Principal CAD Designer Mechanical

About the role

The Principal CAD Designer Mechanical will develop, maintain, and control mechanical design data packs, manufacturing drawings, and harness documentation for Halcon products. This senior position requires advanced expertise in CAD tools and PLM systems while supporting engineering development and mentoring junior designers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mechanical CAD models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and product data packs using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Create harness layouts, documentation, and detailed production drawings to support engineering and manufacturing.
• Manage CAD data, revisions, BOMs, and Engineering Change Requests/Notices within Windchill PLM.
• Design production tooling, jigs, and support equipment, providing technical guidance to junior designers.

Required profile

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, detailing, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, precision engineering or other highly regulated industries is preferred.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks (part modelling, assemblies, harnessing, sheet metal, drawing modules).
• Strong knowledge of Windchill PLM, GD&T, BS 8888, ISO standards, and configuration management processes.

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary.
• Family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for dependents, and education allowances.
• Access to learning academy and digital learning platforms for career development.