CAD Design Engineer

Do you have a background in Automotive Design for manufacture and Tooling design?Expleo is looking for a passionate and skilled CAD Design Engineer for a contract to support one of our prestigious automotive clients in Warwickshire.Responsibilities of the CAD Design Engineer include:* Assessing engineering requirements and translating into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software* Applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies* Capturing, defining and controlling of all GD&T information* Coordinating with others to define the most suitable materials for sub-components* Calculations and testing to support fixing design including adhesives / fasteners* Design of parts to ensure good manufacturability and jigs/fixtures for assembly* Customizing CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs* Creating digital prototypes and conducting design simulations for purposes of verifying reliability / safety and optimizing engineering processesEssential Skills required for the CAD Design Engineer include:* CAD skills to design and manipulate mechanical components* Detailed knowledge of GD&T* Working knowledge of FMEA and significant / critical characteristics* Experience of die-casting, injection moulding, machining, pressing, stamping, painting and other associated manufacturing processes* Knowledge of tooling design considerations and mould flow analyses* Experience of CATIA or other equivalent CAD packages* Skilled in performing bolted joint calculations* Background in performing adhesive force calculations and a working knowledge of the noise factors that may degrade performanceTo meet with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates are able to work within the UK, unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.Any application will be treated in a highly confidentiality manner and all conversations will be respected. For more information on the CAD Design Engineer role, please apply now!TPBN1_UKTJ