Trainee CAD Designer

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Trainee CAD Designer to join a growing engineering design team, supporting the creation of electrical schematics, panel designs, and technical drawings within a structured training environment.Job Title: Trainee CAD DesignerDepartment: CAD Design TeamLocation: Totton, SouthamptonSalary: £26,227.50Role SummaryAs a Trainee CAD Designer, you will learn to produce schematic drawings in line with company standards while developing core skills in electrical panel design.You will support the creation, updating, and revision of technical drawings, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawings.The role also involves maintaining accurate documentation, version control, and change logs, while building knowledge of industry standards, components, and safety requirements through structured training.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce 2D schematic drawings in line with company standardsAssist with electrical panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawingsUpdate and maintain drawing documentation and revision controlSupport change management and drawing updatesParticipate in full in-house training on products and systemsDevelop understanding of company products and their functionalityEnsure all drawings are accurate, clearly labelled, and compliant with standardsPersonal SpecificationEssential RequirementsQualifications & TrainingT-Level (Level 3) Electrical & Electronic EngineeringOR BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Engineering (Electrical & Electronic Pathway)OR equivalent qualificationExperienceNo prior experience required (full in-house training provided)Skills & AttributesStrong attention to detailAble to work calmly and meet deadlinesAdaptable in a changing environmentGood communication skillsTeam player with strong collaboration skillsSelf-motivated with a willingness to learnDesirableQualificationsCity & Guilds Level 3 in CADExperienceBasic understanding of electrical or mechanical principlesAwareness of ENA TS 50-18 & 50-19 / NGTS 2.19 (training provided if not known)Some experience using CAD softwareTools & SoftwareAutoCADSolidWorksMS Office SuiteMS ProjectPersonal QualitiesStrong problem-solving abilityCreative mindsetInterest in continuous learningSoft SkillsAttention to detailProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamwork and collaborationSelf-motivationCreativityTPBN1_UKTJ

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-07-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English