CAD Engineer
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH6 5FW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/679213_1773420634 |
Summary
CAD Design Engineer
Design temporary works access solutions in 3D CAD, working directly with UK clients across sectors including oil and gas, mining, power generation and civil infrastructure. You'll take projects from client brief through concept design to quotation, helping turn requirements into safe, practical solutions.
Role details
Permanent role based in the Edinburgh / surrounding area, working Monday to Friday with some UK travel to client sites required.
The role
You'll contribute to temporary works designs using 3D CAD to meet specific client requirements. The role exists to provide tailored access solutions and support a growing and varied client base across multiple sectors. You'll be part of a small, collaborative team where your designs and client interaction directly influence project outcomes.
What you'll be doing
- Liaising with clients to understand project requirements and develop concept solutions.
- Running online client meetings and attending site visits around the UK to review conditions and gather design information.
- Producing 3D CAD designs in line with agreed specifications and client needs.
- Preparing quotations for systems based on the CAD designs you have produced.
- Working closely with the sales team to help secure projects based on your designs and proposals.
What we're looking for
- Minimum 1 year of 3D CAD experience, preferably using Autodesk Inventor.
- Confident user of Excel and Microsoft Outlook.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work effectively in a small, supportive team.
- Motivation to learn and understand the company's innovative solutions and products.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites across the UK.
- Foreign language skills would be an advantage but are not essential.
You'll have the chance to expand your responsibilities as the organisation and its projects continue to grow.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.