Salary: £27,500
Location: Washington, UK
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work in a growing ambitious company looking to double revenue.
* Opportunity for progression within a growing engineering group.
* Supportive environment for graduate development.
* Exposure to a variety of engineering and manufacturing projects.
* Ongoing training and development.
The Company:
We are partnering with Q-Laser, part of the SST Group, which includes Q-Laser and Dyer Engineering, in their search for a Junior CAD Assistant. Q-Laser operates within a growing and successful UK-based engineering and manufacturing group that delivers high-quality fabrication and engineering services across a range of industries.
With strong financial backing and ambitious plans to double revenue in the next 3–5 years, this is an exciting time to join the business. Q-Laser specialises in laser cutting, water-jet cutting, and fabrication solutions, offering employees the opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior CAD Assistant to join a business that is committed to investing in people and developing future engineering talent.
Job Description:
As a Junior CAD Assistant, you will support the engineering and design team in producing accurate CAD drawings and technical documentation for a variety of manufacturing projects. This role is ideally suited to a degree-qualified mechanical engineering graduate with some hands-on CAD experience, looking to build a long-term career in design and engineering.
Key responsibilities include:
* Producing 2D CAD drawings using industry-standard software.
* Assisting with design modifications in line with client and production requirements.
* Collaborating with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable.
* Supporting projects from initial concept through to final production.
* Maintaining accurate design records and documentation.
This Junior CAD Assistant role offers excellent exposure to real engineering projects and the opportunity to develop technical expertise within a supportive team environment.
Skills & Experience:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline).
* 1–2 years’ industry experience in a CAD or design role (including placements).
* Strong CAD skills (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar).
* Good understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to step into a Junior CAD Assistant role within a growing organisation. If you are a Junior CAD Assistant looking to develop your CAD design skills and progress your engineering career, this role offers strong long-term prospects
Salary description
£25000.00 - £27500.00 per year