ABOUT THE ROLE
The Principal CAD Designer Mechanical is responsible for developing, maintaining, and controlling mechanical design data packs, manufacturing drawings, and harness documentation across products. The role requires advanced expertise in Creo, Windchill PLM, manufacturing documentation, and configuration management while supporting engineering development, production tooling, and mentoring junior designers.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure all design outputs meet applicable industry standards and are fully aligned with production and configuration control requirements.
- Develop and maintain mechanical CAD models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and product data packs using Creo and SolidWorks.
- Create harness layouts, harness documentation, and detailed production drawings to support engineering and manufacturing activities.
- Manage CAD data, revisions, BOMs, and Engineering Change Requests/Notices within Windchill PLM and configuration-controlled environments.
- Design production tooling, jigs, and support equipment while providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers and draughtsmen.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, detailing, and manufacturing documentation.
- Advanced proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks, including part modelling, assemblies, harnessing, sheet metal, and drawing modules.
- Strong knowledge of Windchill PLM, GD&T, BS 8888, ISO standards, and configuration management processes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience within defence, aerospace, precision engineering, or other highly regulated industries.
- Proven experience leading technical reviews, mentoring junior designers, and supporting continuous improvement within a Drawing Office environment.
WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
At the company, the investment in employees goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, staff have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company fosters an environment for continued growth, learning, and turning ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.
Working at the company also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include:
- Family visas
- Annual flight tickets
- Medical insurance for you and your dependents
- Education allowances for your children
CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to the company.
Any information you share as part of your candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.
The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
