CAD Design Engineer

The Role:

Lead and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities in accordance with ISO, AS, and company standards and procedures.

Manage engineering projects independently, collaborating with the wider team to ensure successful project delivery.

Design and develop manufacturing process plans, work instructions, and production documentation.

Design bespoke jigs, fixtures, and tooling solutions to support manufacturing operations.

Produce high-quality 3D models and technical drawings, including GD&T, for internal and external use.

Create and optimise offline CNC programs for milling, turning, mill-turn, laser, and WEDM machining centres using Siemens NX CAM.

Work closely with production teams to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and productivity.

Apply core quality tools, including APQP, FMEA, and MSA, to support process development and continuous improvement activities.

Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Support problem-solving activities, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality requirements.

Maintain accurate engineering records and project documentation throughout all stages of development.

Requirements:

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline.

Minimum of 5 years' experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Strong CAD/CAM experience, ideally using Siemens NX.

Experience creating engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles.

Understanding of project management techniques and tools.

Knowledge of aerospace and manufacturing quality standards and methodologies, including APQP, FMEA, and MSA.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites when required.

Comprehensive employee benefits package, including Private GP access, discounted products and services, shopping vouchers, gift cards, and gym memberships.

Opportunity to work within a stable, growing organisation serving the aerospace and precision engineering sectors.

Commitment to quality and Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

Upon successful interview, Preci-Spark’s application process requires a basic criminal-record check to be completed.