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CAD Engineer - based High Wycombe

Our client are an innovation-led and ambitious company that is looking to attract talented, tenacious individuals across the breadth of the business. Based at the clients open-plan Head Office, you’ll enjoy a collaborative, forward-thinking environment surrounded by positive, supportive people who are passionate about innovation. They pride themselves on being an exciting place to work, where new ideas are welcomed, and professional growth is encouraged.

About the Role:

As a CAD Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in designing and drafting technical 2D and 3D drawings for our cutting-edge lighting systems. Working closely with engineering, design, and production teams, you’ll help ensure our solutions are not only technically robust but also sleek and future-ready.

Key Responsibilities:

Convert lighting layouts from contractors into detailed CAD designs
Use AutoCAD to build backdrops and export files to our Perspective software
Populate databases with lighting icons and network trees for pre-commissioning
Produce and revise technical drawings and schematics to the highest standards
Support cross-functional teams by resolving design and technical issues
Maintain accurate documentation and assist Estimating with technical inputs
Contribute ideas for improving product functionality and efficiency
What You’ll Bring:

Strong proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, etc.)
Experience in lighting, electronics, or manufacturing sectors (preferred)
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills
A technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Product Design (or similar)
A collaborative mindset with a desire to learn and innovate
Familiarity with smart lighting technologies, IoT integration, and lighting control systems is a big plus.
Salary will be upto 30k plus great benefits including Pension and Private Healthcare

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