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 Designer

Department: CAD Design Team
Location: Totton, Southampton

Role Summary

As 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 Responsibilities

• Produce 2D schematic drawings in line with company standards
• Assist with electrical panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawings
• Update and maintain drawing documentation and revision control
• Support change management and drawing updates
• Participate in full in-house training on products and systems
• Develop understanding of company products and their functionality
• Ensure all drawings are accurate, clearly labelled, and compliant with standards

Personal Specification

Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Training

• T-Level (Level 3) Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• OR BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Engineering (Electrical & Electronic Pathway)
• OR equivalent qualification

Experience

• No prior experience required (full in-house training provided)

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work calmly and meet deadlines
• Adaptable in a changing environment
• Good communication skills
• Team player with strong collaboration skills
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn

Desirable

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 3 in CAD

Experience

• Basic understanding of electrical or mechanical principles
• Awareness of ENA TS 50-18 & 50-19 / NGTS 2.19 (training provided if not known)
• Some experience using CAD software

Tools & Software

• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks
• MS Office Suite
• MS Project

Personal Qualities

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Creative mindset
• Interest in continuous learning

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Self-motivation
• Creativity

If interested, please get in touch with Tee Mann and send your CV to