Job Description

Elevation Recruitment are partnering with a leading engineering business in Lincolnshire to recruit a CAD Designer to join their growing Engineering Controls team.
This is a superb entry-level opportunity, ideal for someone with a foundation in design or engineering who’s looking to build a long-term career in CAD and technical documentation. You’ll support a range of retrofit, upgrade, and controls projects, producing accurate engineering drawings, models, and documentation, while developing hands-on experience within a collaborative design team.

Design Engineer Duties & Responsibilities:

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with engineers and senior designers to produce high-quality 2D and 3D CAD drawings, layouts, and bills of materials.

• Support ongoing engineering projects with accurate and timely design documentation.

• Attend design reviews and team meetings, contributing ideas and learning from experienced colleagues.

• Liaise across departments to confirm technical requirements and align with project goals.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all design work adheres to relevant safety, quality, and environmental standards.

• Maintain clear documentation, version control, and compliance with company drawing standards.

• Assist in identifying potential risks and contribute to safe, efficient engineering practices.

Ownership & Accountability

• Take pride in the accuracy, presentation, and reliability of all drawings and documentation.

• Help update and convert legacy drawings into current CAD formats.

• Follow internal procedures for drawing creation, approval, and record keeping.

• Manage personal workload effectively and keep stakeholders informed of progress.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Support engineers with the preparation of assembly, manufacturing, and installation documentation.

• Double-check and verify work before submission to maintain a “right first time” standard.

• Take part in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline design and documentation processes.

Delivery & Development

• Deliver design outputs on time and to defined quality standards.

• Provide CAD support for ongoing engineering modifications and control system upgrades.

• Participate in structured training to strengthen CAD capability and broaden understanding of control systems.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm, adaptability, and commitment to team goals.

Design Engineer Skills & Experience

Education / Training

• HNC, ONC/OND, or currently studying towards a qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Design Engineering.

• Familiar with AutoCAD (essential); experience with SolidWorks or Inventor is an advantage.

• Understanding of engineering drawing standards, documentation, and revision control.

• A genuine interest in design engineering and control system applications.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

• Logical, problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn and improve.

• Organised and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.

• Proactive and positive attitude towards personal and professional development.

• Confident with IT systems, including Microsoft Office and engineering-related software.

What’s on Offer

• A structured pathway to progress into a specialist CAD Designer or Controls Engineer role.

• Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.

• Supportive and collaborative working culture within a growing engineering division.
  
  

If you’re a motivated Junior CAD Designer or engineering graduate looking for your next step, apply today to join an innovative and supportive engineering team.