SolidWorks / CAD Designer

SolidWorks / CAD Designer Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive, DOE Contract: Full-time, permanent Design That Changes Lives! At Mobility in Motion, we do more than design products — we innovate solutions that improve mobility and transform lives. We are a growing, purpose-driven company with a passion for making car travel more accessible for everyone. Our culture is professional yet friendly, and built on collaboration, inclusion, and integrity. We are currently looking for a talented and driven SolidWorks / CAD Designer to join our Technical Services team at our Alfreton headquarters. If you’re passionate about engineering, design precision, and making a real difference to people\’s lives, this could be your next great opportunity. The Purpose of the Role As a CAD Designer, you’ll play a vital part in designing and documenting high-quality mobility products. You’ll develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), create installation/user manuals, and produce 3D models and detailed technical drawings to support our fabrication, installation, and production teams. Key Responsibilities * Design and create 3D models for new product kits using SolidWorks * Develop comprehensive SOPs, work instructions, and user/installation manuals * Maintain documentation to support production, training, and installation teams * Create illustrated parts catalogues for use across all departments * Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and FMEA documentation processes * Liaise cross-functionally with production, quality, and engineering teams * Assist in implementing improvements to streamline manufacturing processes * Collaborate with other departments to efficiently manage technical enquiries * Support a strong H&S and compliance culture through consistent documentation What We’re Looking For You’ll thrive in this role if you’re both technically skilled and people-focused, with a desire to deliver excellent documentation that helps the wider team succeed. Essential Skills & Experience: * SolidWorks (3D CAD) proficiency and the ability to produce manufacturing-ready models and drawings * Working knowledge of BS8888 & ISO128 drawing standards * Familiar with manufacturing techniques (e.g. machining, bending, pressing, vacuum forming, etc.) * Strong communication and problem-solving skills (8D, 5 Whys, etc.) * Confident liaising with technical and non-technical stakeholders * Experienced in creating training materials, SOPs, or process documents * Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Able to work both independently and as part of a team * Degree (or equivalent) in a technical, mechanical, or design discipline Desirable: * Familiarity with Brig-Ayd or Autochair product ranges * Experience in the mobility or automotive adaptation industry Why Join Mobility in Motion? * Be part of a family-owned, values-led business with international growth * Work with people who are passionate about improving lives through mobility * Collaborate with a friendly and supportive technical and production team * Opportunity to make real impact across the business with your ideas and skills * Receive full support for ongoing professional development and innovation Our Values Drive Everything We Do Innovation Driven – We embrace new ideas and better ways of working Service-Focused – We listen, consider, and go the extra mile for customers and colleagues Ethical & Fair – We do the right thing, the right way – always Apply Today If you’re an experienced CAD Designer ready to shape the future of accessible vehicle products, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a business where design truly changes lives