CAD Engineer
- Full-time & Permanent - Mon-Fri
- Bishop Auckland
Jackson Hogg is delighted to be recruiting a CAD Engineer to join a leading engineering team designing and manufacturing high-integrity mechanical systems. You will take ownership of component and tooling design for complex, precision-engineered products such as track and running gear systems, assemblies, and associated tooling, from concept and CAD modelling through to testing and production.
Key Responsibilities of the CAD Engineer:
- Produce 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Creo or similar CAD software (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Inventor).
- Design components, assemblies, and tooling with a focus on manufacturability, durability, and quality.
- Support prototypes, testing, and verification of designs for mechanical systems and assemblies.
- Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth design transfer.
- Contribute to technical documentation and continuous design improvements.
Requirements of the CAD Engineer:
- Proven experience as a CAD or Design Engineer in mechanical/manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of Creo CAD software (other 3D CAD packages considered).
- Experience designing mechanical products, assemblies, and tooling.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, and machining.
- Time-served apprenticeship, HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent engineering background.
This CAD Engineer position offers:
- Competitive salary (DOE).
- Hands-on involvement in designing, testing, and producing precision-engineered mechanical systems.
- Supportive, collaborative engineering team.
- Permanent, onsite role with real product visibility and testing exposure.
If you're a CAD Engineer and interested in this role, please apply here or get in touch with Eleanor Buckley at Jackson Hogg to arrange a confidential chat and learn more.
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Eleanor Buckley
Ellie began her recruitment career at Jackson Hogg in 2021, after completing a BSc Biomedical Sciences degree at Newcastle University. Ellie initially specialised in the biotechnology and medical devices market before moving internally to join the Engineering team to focus on the mechanical engineering desk. In her spare time, she enjoys keeping fit, attending music festivals, spending time with friends, and visiting her family back home in Lancashire.
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