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Senior CAD Designer - Electrical

Posted 21 days ago


Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior CAD Designer - Electrical with a background in Nuclear or other highly regulated sector on a staff basis, to be working hybrid but willing to attend sites/offices in Barrow.
What you'll be doing:


  • Direct involvement with the design of our World Class Submarines, joining the team responsible for producing 3D models of Electrical Systems and Equipment Integration

  • Using the CAD toolset to produce 3D models of electrical routed systems and electrical equipment integration e.g. switchboards and power units etc.

  • Mature and develop 2D electrical schematics / system diagrams

  • Producing outputs (including 2D drawings and electronic data) to support manufacturing, installation and testing of our products

  • Developing and maintaining close working relationships with other design teams and stakeholders

  • Working as a team to produce an integrated design that meets the customer's expectations and agreed set of requirements

  • Working with a mentor to develop your skills with tailored training and learning opportunities


Your skills and experiences:


  • Relevant apprenticeship, engineering qualification or previous experience as an Electrical Designer / Draughtsperson e.g. HNC, ONC or degree qualification in relevant STEM subject or equivalent work experience

  • Experience in electrical compartment integration and Engineering Standards at component and sub-component / assembly level

  • Knowledge and understanding of electrical routed systems at both 2D and 3D level

  • Understanding of CAD toolsets and techniques


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