Mechanical CAD Engineer

Company: Assystem
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Location: Derby
Job Description:

Overview

In this role, you will deliver CAD models, P&IDs and integrated layouts for a Small Modular Reactor project within the Fusion and Modular Nuclear unit. You will work closely with design engineers and the CAD/BIM team to translate concepts into precise drawings and data. You help maintain CAD standards, support data management, and ensure quality through peer reviews. The position offers hands-on design impact, training, and opportunities to advance in a safety‑critical, high‑security domain.

Pay / Benefits

  • attractive social benefits
  • holiday bonuses
  • ongoing training
  • internal promotion opportunities
  • hybrid work (1-2 days remote per week)

Responsibilities

  • Develop integrated layout solutions from concept to construction based on design specs
  • Create component CAD models and definitions in line with standards
  • Produce 2D process, instrumentation and ventilation diagrams
  • Assist product configuration and data management activities
  • Ensure quality via peer reviews of models and definitions
  • Set up and maintain CAD tools, templates, standards, QA processes and training materials
  • Provide CAD expertise, training and mentorship to CAD/BIM team and junior staff

Key requirements

  • Experienced Mechanical CAD Engineer or similar role
  • Collaborative team player with ability to transform concepts into working designs
  • Proficient in 2D CAD systems (AutoCAD) for precise drawings
  • Skilled in 3D CAD/BIM systems (Revit, Inventor, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Siemens NX, PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D or similar)
  • Professionally qualified in an engineering-related field
  • SC Clearance or capability to obtain it for high-security projects
  • collaborative
  • mentorship
  • engineering teamwork
  • AutoCAD 2D
  • Revit
  • Inventor

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Posted: October 1st, 2026