Senior CAD Designer
- Posted 24 April 2025
 - Salary £35k - 48k per year
 - LocationWarrington
 - Job type Permanent - Full Time
 - Discipline Nuclear
 - ReferenceJO0000058161
 
Job description
Mechanical CAD Designer - Nuclear & Defence Projects 
Location: Hybrid working with offices across the UK 
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits 
Hours: 37-hour working week 
Are you an experienced Mechanical CAD Designer looking to take your career to the next level? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a nationally recognised engineering leader at the forefront of the UK's nuclear and green energy sectors. 
Our client is a major player in the Nuclear & Defence industry, delivering innovative and mission-critical projects across the UK. Known for their investment in people and a strong track record of staff retention, they offer a supportive environment where your career development is genuinely prioritised. 
 
Why Join This Organisation? 
·Work on cutting-edge government-backed nuclear and green energy projects 
·Join a business that values innovation, quality, and technical excellence 
·Benefit from a flexible hybrid working policy 
·Gain access to a strong benefits package and structured career progression 
·Work in a culture that supports continual learning and professional development 
 
Key Responsibilities 
·Produce high-quality mechanical CAD designs across nuclear and defence projects 
·Develop drawings from early-stage concept through to detailed design 
·Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated design solutions 
·Interpret client requirements and translate them into clear, effective designs 
·Contribute to identifying optimal design methodologies and improvements 
 
Requirements 
·HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification 
·Strong experience with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.) 
·Proven ability to deliver detailed design drawings to a high standard 
·Experience in the nuclear sector is beneficial but not essential 
·All applicants must be British Nationals and eligible for at least BPSS clearance 
 
To apply or learn more: 
Please contact Kent Streek at kent.streek@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876009.