Kinetic plc
CAD Engineer - Electrical
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Up to £35000 per annum
Boldon Colliery, England, North East
CAD Engineer - Electrical
Permanent
Our client, a well-established engineering company based in Boldon Colliery, is seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Engineer to join their engineering team on a permanent basis.
Salary - Up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Working Hours -
- Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Friday: 8:30am - 1:30pm
The Role
As an Electrical CAD Engineer, you will be responsible for producing high-quality 2D electrical schematics and interconnection drawings for low-voltage (LV) distribution and control systems. You will interpret customer requirements and technical specifications to develop accurate and detailed engineering documentation that supports both manufacturing and installation processes.
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Key Responsibilities
- Produce LV electrical control schematics, interconnection diagrams, and front-of-panel layout drawings from customer and internal specifications.
- Create detailed manufacturing drawing packages, including parts lists and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Utilise AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks to support the electrical design requirements of the Engineering Department.
- Interpret technical specifications and customer requirements to develop compliant design solutions.
- Collaborate with workshop personnel to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and improve electrical equipment design and build processes.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline engineering and manufacturing activities.
- Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation using company databases and software systems.
- Work independently to deliver projects within agreed timescales and quality standards.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience using AutoCAD within an electrical engineering environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical control panel design for industrial equipment.
- Ability to read, interpret, and produce LV electrical schematics and interconnection drawings.
- Sound electrical and control systems knowledge.
- Understanding of production engineering practices.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to discuss technical drawings and specifications confidently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- ONC qualification or equivalent.
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Desirable
- Experience using SolidWorks
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment.
Kinetic plc is a leading recruitment consultancy with over 40 years of experience providing staffing solutions across the engineering, manufacturing, and technical sectors. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. While we endeavour to respond to all applicants, only those whose experience closely matches the requirements of the role may be contacted. However, all CVs will be retained and considered for future suitable opportunities.
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Job Reference: 971811
Contact: Daniel Corrigan
Tel: 0191 482 3777
Email: daniel.corrigan@kinetic-plc.co.uk
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