CAD and PDM Lead

NegotiableCowes, England Permanent Our client, a specialist shipbuilding business based on the Isle of Wight, is seeking a CAD Systems Lead to oversee and develop the digital engineering environment supporting the design and construction of innovative aluminium vessels.

This permanent role offers the opportunity to become the technical authority for 3D CAD, engineering software, CAD standards, data management and design system integration across the marine and maritime sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the administration, development and continuous improvement of CAD and engineering data systemsOwn and maintain SOLIDWORKS and CADMATIC environments, including software configuration and supportDevelop and manage CAD standards, templates, component libraries, assemblies and design workflowsProvide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Design, Engineering and Production teamsEnsure the accuracy, consistency and quality of 2D drawings, 3D models, assemblies and parts listsImprove design processes, engineering efficiency and data management practicesSupport information exchange and integration between multiple CAD platforms, including AutoCADAct as the internal subject matter expert for CAD systems and engineering softwareJob

Requirements

Strong practical experience with SOLIDWORKS, 3D CAD and AutoCADExperience administering or managing CAD environments, rather than solely using CAD for designGood understanding of assemblies, libraries, templates, configurations and CAD standardsExperience troubleshooting CAD and engineering software issuesStrong knowledge of engineering data, file management and design system integrationExcellent communication skills, with the ability to support a range of technical stakeholdersMethodical and organised approach to maintaining standards, accuracy and best practiceBackground in manufacturing, shipbuilding, marine engineering or a related industryDesirable Experience: Experience using CADMATIC in a marine, maritime or shipbuilding environmentKnowledge of aluminium vessel design, fabrication or production engineeringUnderstanding of CAD automation, configuration and library developmentExperience with CNC manufacturing, nesting and fabrication outputsExperience integrating multiple CAD systems and engineering data platformsRelevant degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering disciplineBenefits: Company healthcare schemeCompany pensionAnnual leave entitlement plus bank holidaysDiscounted ferry travelOpportunity to shape and develop a modern engineering systems environmentLong-term career development within a growing marine businessThe role will involve working alongside Naval Architects, Mechanical Engineers and Systems Engineers on projects including high-speed ferries, luxury yachts, crew transfer vessels and offshore support craft.

If you are passionate about CAD excellence, engineering data systems and improving vessel design and production, apply now.

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