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Azhar S.

Freelance 3D CAD Designer | Mechanical Design & BIM Coordination

Colchester, United Kingdom

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33,172 / 151,418

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About

Mechanical design engineer and design manager with over 17 years' international experience producing 3D CAD models, detailed mechanical designs, and BIM-coordinated engineering solutions across the water, utilities, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Highly proficient in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor (also experienced with AutoCAD, Pro/ENGINEER, and Autodesk Vault), with a strong track record of taking projects from concept through detailed design, technical drawings, and BOMs to fabrication and installation. Skilled in BIM coordination and clash detection using Autodesk Construction Cloud, structural/failure analysis (FEA, MathCAD), and design troubleshooting through 3D modelling. Now offering freelance 3D CAD design, modelling, and BIM coordination services, combining strong hands-on CAD ability with proven design management and project delivery experience.
CORE CAD & TECHNICAL SKILLS
● 3D CAD Modelling & Detailed Design — SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Pro/ENGINEER, Pro/DESKTOP
● 2D Draughting — AutoCAD, technical & general arrangement (GA) drawings
● BIM Coordination & Clash Detection — Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
● CAD Data Management — Autodesk Vault
● Conceptual to Detailed Mechanical Design Packages, BOMs & Parts Lists
● Design for Manufacture, Fabrication & Buildability
● Structural & Failure Analysis — Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS), MathCAD
● Filtration, Screening, Pumping & Process Equipment Design
● Root Cause Analysis & Design Troubleshooting via 3D Modelling
● Multidisciplinary Design Coordination — Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Process
● Design Reviews, Value Engineering & Design Optimisation

Experience

Design Manager M Group Ltd · Full-time Feb 2026 – Present 8 mos Colchester, UK • Lead and develop a growing multidisciplinary design team to support expanding project portfolios.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and performance development of engineers.
• Establish structured design management procedures, technical review gateways, and compliance
frameworks.
• Introduce BIM and advanced 3D coordination processes to improve clash detection, collaboration,
and lifecycle asset value.
• Streamline design workflows to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and enhance delivery certainty.
• Oversee design risk management, technical approvals, and interface coordination with commercial
and construction teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and digital engineering transformation initiative
Technical Project Manager Balfour Beatty · Full-time Mar 2023 – Jan 2026 2 yrs 10 mos Peterborough, UK • Previously known as Technical Manager.
• Directed design strategy and technical delivery across boreholes, pumping stations, and UMON4
infrastructure schemes.
• Managed multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, process) ensuring programme and
cost alignment.
• Ensured compliance with AMP7 regulatory standards and client technical specifications.
• Led BIM-based coordination using Autodesk Construction Cloud to enhance design integration and
stakeholder visibility.
• Chaired design reviews, resolved technical risks, and implemented value engineering initiatives.
• Acted as the primary design interface between client, construction, commissioning, and
operational teams.
• Embedded “Safety by Design” principles across all project stage
Mechanical Desgin Engineer Ovivo UK Ltd · Full-time Jan 2019 – Nov 2022 3 yrs 10 mos Colchester, UK • Delivered conceptual and detailed mechanical design packages for water treatment infrastructure.
• Coordinated with suppliers, procurement, and site teams to ensure buildability and cost
optimisation.
• Led design customisation of complex filtration and screening systems.
• Supported project planning, technical submissions, and change management processe

Education

University of Sheffield BEng, Mechanical Engineering, 2:2 2004 – 2008 Activities and Societies: Badminton - University Team Malaysian Student Association- Member Sheffield University Motorsport Company - Member

Other experience

Freelancer 3d modeler & designer Working with local moving pool floor manufacturer from 3D design to detailand manufacturing drawings.

Licenses & Certifications

APM Project Fundamentals Qualification APM - Association of Project Managers Dec 2025 – Present