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.