Company Name
ConSpare Ltd
Working Pattern
37.5 Hour Per Week, Times TBC
Location
Castlewood Business Park, Farmwell Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG17 1BX
Job Description
We are looking for a proactive and curious Trainee CAD Technician to join our Technical team. This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role designed for someone at the beginning of or early in their career, who is eager to learn across a wide range of technical functions, working closely with our sales teams to support product development and customer success. Full and ongoing training and support will be provided.
This role is ideal for someone with a technical mindset who enjoys problem-solving, working with both digital tools and physical products, and being involved in projects from concept through to real-world application.
Key responsibilities
• Support the expansion of the product range for both ConSpare and ProSpare.
• Draw a variety of components using SolidWorks, collate and file supplier drawings, create cross-reference guides. Maintain internal database.
• 3D scan components, both in-house and on site, to enable third party manufacturing.
• Perform quality checks for parts received.
• Provide technical support to the sales teams and participate in resolving quality issues.
• Assist in producing 3D printed prototypes.
• Create new part numbers and kits. Liaise with suppliers re pricing. Help to train colleagues prior to new product launches.
• Ensure the implementation of new products is in line with stock, data and warehousing processes.
• Undertake industrial site visits, with a colleague, to obtain accurate information about wear components using 3D scanning technology. Entry into medium-risk (one entry/exit point) confined spaces required (full external training provided).
• Comply with both company and customers’ Health and Safety policies and procedures and take responsibility for personal health and safety, and that of others, at all times.
Requirements
• NVQ Level 3 or similar in mechanical engineering.
• Some experience of working in a mechanical engineering environment and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Good IT skills; highly literate/numerate.
• Basic experience with CAD software (eg SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD).
• Strong interest in 3D scanning and printing.
• Meticulous attention to detail and eagerness to learn technical processes.
• Full driving licence.
• Strong problem solver with a hands-on approach and collaborative attitude.
• Articulate, confident and comfortable working with people at all levels.
• Ability to multi-task on various projects. Great time management.
• Willingness to attend industrial sites, and enter medium risk (one entry/exit point) confined spaces, as required.
• Enthusiastic – wants to continually learn and develop.
• Understands the importance of Health and Safety principles
Closing date
31/08/2025
How to Apply
To apply please follow this link: Trainee CAD Technician in Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire | Conspare