Mechanical CAD Engineer

At Work Lyf Group, we are recruiting for a Mechanical CAD Engineer based in Warrington. Our global client is looking for someone who works on all aspects of a project from conducting on-site surveys to generating and issuing documentation. They are responsible for producing p&id’s in close co-operation with the Process team plus mechanical equipment layout drawings in accordance with industry standards, codes and client specifications. The mechanical CAD Engineer will also be involved in checking work produced by other CAD team members and conducting pre-delivery equipment inspections at supplier workshops. Key Skills + Experience Autodesk suite of products, primarily AutoCAD Plant 3D Navisworks. Freedom, Simulate and/or Manage MS Office suite of products, primarily Outlook, Word and Excel Working in the Food, Beverage, Dairy and Pharmaceutical industries; P&id’s o 2D and 3D General Arrangement / Site layout drawings Pipe work routing and isometric drawings Frame-mounted skid fabrication drawings Site surveys High degree of self-motivation Ability to work under pressure Problem solving and originality Thorough attention to detail Analytical thinking skills The ability to work well in a team o Familiar with technical data sheets and supplier catalogues Typical Activities * Create basic and intelligent P&ID’s using client drawing standards * Generate 2D and 3D plant layout drawings, detailing pipe work routes and equipment positions * Generate automatic pipe work isometric drawings, using AutoCAD Plant 3D * 3D modelling of supplier / bought-out equipment * Create 2D and 3D frame mounted skid fabrication drawings * Prepare equipment schedules, material take-offs and bill of materials, using AutoCAD Plant 3D / p&id General * Work closely with other departments to provide engineered solutions to customers’ requirements * Work within deadlines * Ensure designs are fit for purpose and safe * Review designs in accordance with industry standards, codes, and client specifications * Conduct site surveys: p&id walkthroughs and “as built” equipment positions * Attend site and carry out 3D laser scans, then convert data into pointclouds for use in Autodesk products * Attend fabricator workshops to conduct pre-delivery inspections and sign-off for delivery to client * Issuing documentation to in accordance with standard procedures Special Conditions UK and overseas travel may be expected, and a full, clean driving licence will be required. Additional hours outside the normal 35 hour working week may occasionally be required to meet the requirements of the business. Hours 35 per week; 9 - 5pm with a 1-hour break for lunch, although these are flexible. For example, you can start at 7am and finish at 4pm Monday to Thursday, then leave around 12noon on Friday