Mechanical CAD Designer – Up to £37 per hour (OUTSIDE IR35) – Edinburgh Are you an experienced Mechanical CAD Designer looking to develop your skills in cutting-edge marine engineering projects? Ford & Stanley Interim are currently working with a fast-growing engineering services firm in seeking a skilled CAD professional to join their team. You’ll be supported in transitioning to S3D software, gaining hands-on experience with one of the industry’s most advanced 3D design tools. Key Responsibilities: Receive full training in Smart 3D (S3D) and apply your skills to real-world projects Create high-quality 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings using Solid Edge, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, or CATIA (with transition to S3D) Support the design and development of mechanical systems, components, and structures within the marine industry Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure designs meet technical and regulatory standards Work within the design lifecycle process, from concept through to manufacture Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Mechanical CAD Designer / CAD Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (Solid Edge, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, Inventor, Creo, CATIA) Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in Smart 3D (S3D) Experience in the marine industry is essential Knowledge of mechanical systems, piping design, structural layouts, and design for manufacture Ability to interpret and create engineering drawings, including GD&T Due to the nature of the work, UK Nationals Only (Security Clearance is required) Closing Date: Friday 14th March 2025 How to apply for the role: If you are interested in the Mechanical CAD Designer position, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. Likely Job Titles: Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Engineer – Marine, 3D CAD Designer – Mechanical, Mechanical Draughtsperson, Structural CAD Designer, Mechanical Product Designer, Design Engineer – Marine, Mechanical Systems Designer, S3D CAD Engineer, 3D Modelling Engineer, Marine Mechanical Designer, Piping & Mechanical CAD Engineer, Senior CAD Technician – Mechanical, Mechanical Layout Designer, and Engineering CAD Designer – Marine. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise – Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment – Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance – Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business