CAD Design Engineer

CAD Design Engineer Role - Southampton

Employment Type: Contract Outside IR35 - 6 months

Rate: £30-35 an hour

Location: Southampton

We have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Design Engineer based in Romsey.

Are you a CAD pro with solid 3D modelling experience, looking for your next hybrid contract role? Do you thrive on taking a design from concept to reality? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Producing accurate and detailed 3D models and technical drawings using AutoCAD.


• Translating client and internal requirements into practical, build-ready CAD designs.


• Supporting project teams through the full design lifecycle, from concept through to implementation.


• Working on subsea trenching machines, but experience in this field isn't necessary


• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to clarify requirements and resolve technical queries.


• Own the end-to-end design process, from concept to implementation


• Ensuring designs are compliant with relevant standards and project specifications.


• Providing input on design improvements, value engineering, and efficient manufacturing solutions.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven hands-on experience with 3D modelling


• Have at least 2 years of experience in AutoCAD (or similar CAD tools)


• Strong understanding of engineering design principles


• Must have subsea, oil and gas, marine structural experience


• Experience in hydraulics or electrical design is a plus

What's in it for you:

• Competitive rates


• Remote working with occasional travel to the office twice a month


• Ability to work on practical, engineering projects


• Work as part of a collaborative, fast-moving environment with experienced engineers

If you're an experienced CAD Design Engineer, and this sounds like a role you'd be interested in, then please apply below with your CV.