DVA CAD Engineer

The DVA CAD Designer is responsible for creating and maintaining CAD models, engineering drawings and dimensional validation assets that support McLaren's ISO GPS and DVA Strategy Pillar. Working closely with DVA Engineers, Design Engineers and Concept Engineers, the role supports the development of Golden Part libraries, DVA Playbooks and CAD-based dimensional validation models. The position plays a key role in ensuring robust engineering definitions are available to support tolerance analysis, variation simulation and dimensional engineering activities throughout the vehicle development process. Responsibilities Golden Part Library Development + Create and maintain golden part CAD models and engineering drawings. + Develop and manage a library of dimensional engineering reference drawings. + Support the capture and deployment of dimensional engineering best practices. + Ensure CAD models and drawings are maintained in accordance with approved standards and processes. + Support continuous improvement of dimensional knowledge assets. DVA CAD Model Development + Create / develop DVA CAD models including from Design CAS surfaces to support Dimensional Variation Analysis activities. + Create engineering sections, datum schemes and assembly models. + Maintain DVA CAD structures and configurations within the PLM System DVA Playbook Support + Create technical illustrations and CAD data visualisations for DVA playbooks. + Develop dimensional engineering examples and training material. + Support the documentation of dimensional engineering methodologies and lessons learned. + Create CAD content that supports DVA standards and best practice guidance. Requirements Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design or related discipline. Advanced CATIA V5 & V6 CAD modelling skills. Experience creating production engineering drawings and CAD models. Understanding of dimensional control and assembly principles. Experience working with Class-A and CAS surface data. Good understanding of engineering drawing practices. Excellent attention to detail and data quality. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables. Personal Attributes Highly organised and methodical. Strong attention to detail. Analytical and problem-solving mindset. Collaborative and team-oriented. Proactive and self-motivated. Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise. Passionate about engineering quality and continuous improvement. Benefits Structured career development framework 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days Enhanced company pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus award Private medical insurance and health cash plan Life assurance benefit Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping Generous parental leave policies A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice Job Data by YubHub .