Electrical CAD Design Engineer
Matchtech · Caerphilly County Borough, Wales
Electrical CAD Design Engineer at Matchtech, based in Caerphilly County Borough, Wales, paying £425 per day. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £425 per day
- Location
- Caerphilly County Borough, Wales
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Closes
- 20 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Electrical Engineer
Reference 607772
About the role
Electrical CAD Engineer
Initial 12-month contract
Remote contract
£425pd, Umbrella, inside IR35
Please note, this role will require the successful candidate to undergo SC Security Clearances checks.
Our client, a leading name in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a talented Electrical CAD Engineer for a contract role. This exciting opportunity will see you join the Design Team of the SV Programme and Wheeled vehicles, where your contribution will emphasise safety, cost-efficiency, and ease of manufacture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce design solutions including concepts, packaging, and platform installation design
- Maintain the integrity of the design solution, ensuring safety
- Support the design process throughout the project lifecycle
- Align CAD to BoM at Platform Level
- Manage BoM at platform level
- Implement Engineering Design Changes
- Ensure installation design solutions fulfil vehicle requirements
- Prepare material for internal and external design reviews
- Communicate design options and constraints effectively to the Lead Engineer
Job Requirements:
- Experience in electrical engineering and design, particularly within the defence sector
- Proficient in CAD software, ideally Pro Engineer Wildfire4/Creo/Creo 3
- Proficient user of Windchill PDMLink
- Experience in the design and development of mechanical components and systems
- Ability to produce detailed design drawings
- Strong understanding of BoM management and maintenance
- Experience with military vehicle design (desirable)
- Understanding of standards related to defence work, such as Defence Standards (desirable)
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work with a leading company in the Defence & Security sector
- Engage in projects that impact safety, cost and manufacture efficiency
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
If you are an experienced Electrical CAD Engineer eager for a new challenge, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join our client' team and contribute to pioneering projects in Oakdale.
Reference: 607772 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 20 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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