Chief CAD Designer Mechanical

About the role

The Chief CAD Designer – Mechanical will lead the creation, control, and release of complex mechanical design documentation in a highly regulated engineering environment. You will provide technical leadership to the Drawing Office and ensure compliance with industry standards throughout the product lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Develop complex 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Generate manufacturing‑ready documentation including sheet metal, machined parts, welded structures, BOMs, DXFs, and CNC‑ready files.
• Manage CAD data, document control, revision control, and Engineering Change Requests/Notices within Windchill PLM.
• Provide technical oversight, drawing approval, mentoring, and continuous improvement of CAD standards and templates.

Required profile

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 12–15 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, detailing, and manufacturing documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks, including part modelling, assemblies, sheet metal, and drawing modules.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, BS 8888, ISO GPS standards, and Windchill PDM/PLM configuration management.

Required skills

• Creo
• SolidWorks
• GD&T
• Windchill PLM
• BS 8888
• ISO GPS standards

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary.
• Family visas and annual flight tickets.
• Medical insurance for you and dependents.
• Education allowances for children.