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How many CAD Operator jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 4 CAD Operator jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a CAD Operator do?

Computer-aided design (CAD) technicians use software to design buildings, machinery, goods and components.

Tasks required include:

• Examines design specification and technical information to determine general requirements.
• Considers the suitability of different materials with regard to the dimensions and weight and calculates the likely fatigue, stresses, tolerances, bonds and threads.
• Prepares regulatory and statutory applications.
• Monitors health and safety in design and contributes to design stage risk assessment.
• Prepares design drawings, plans or sketches using CAD and traditional methods and checks feasibility of construction and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Prepares detailed drawings, plans, charts or maps that include natural features, desired surface finish, elevations, electrical circuitry and other details as required.
• Arranges for completed drawings to be reproduced for use as working drawings.
• Installs, maintains and repairs 3D printers and assists in the development of CAM plans and the operation of 3D printers.

What are the entry requirements for a CAD Operator?

Entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades, BTEC/ SQA awards or another appropriate certificate/diploma or A levels/H grades. Further training consists of courses of study and supervised practical experience.