CAD Technician

SHD values its history of designing and manufacturing its own production equipment for advanced composite material manufacturing, delivering to highest calibre of customers across multiple sectors, from aerospace to motorsport, such as Formula One.

The Controls Engineer will operate within SHD’s Engineering team, driving innovation to design new complex industrial machinery and processes as well as developing existing processes by upgrading with the latest technological advancements. This position collaborates within a team to apply advanced mechanical engineering knowledge with the integration of electrical and control systems to deliver bespoke designs to the highest standards. You will play a key role in shaping the variety and quality of SHD products, enhancing automation capability, leading problem‑solving activities, and supporting technical excellence across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Generation of CAD models, detail and assembly drawings (SolidWorks Design), providing designs ready for manufacturing, assembly and long-term maintenance.

• Produce bill of materials, weld diagrams and tolerancing with the advice of our fabrication/build engineers.

• Provide technical guidance on mechanical design.

CAD Modelling

• Generate and supply detail drawings for manufacture and GA drawings for assembly, ensuring standards are applied to all assemblies.

• Work with our in-house fabrication/build team to verify manufacturability and traceability of any alterations.

• On the workshop floor, measure and update CAD models for future works.

• Detail weldments and tolerances throughout.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum requirement NVQ level 4 (or equivalent)

• Experience in SolidWorks Design software

• Knowledge of DFM, tolerancing and design optimisation

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem‑solving ability.

• Passion for SHD Materials Composite Materials Ltd

• Friendly, flexible team player with a can-do-attitude

• Comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels of the business

• Interest in industrial systems.

• Committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What SHD Offers

• Competitive salary.

• 25 days Holiday plus Bank holidays

• A culture that values innovation, expertise, and professional development.

To Apply

Please apply via the application form above or submit your CV to careers@shdcomposites.com