CAD Technician

CAD Technician - Bespoke Joinery & Shopfitting

Our client, a well-established, leading shopfitting and bespoke joinery company, is looking for a skilled CAD Engineer/Technician to join their design team. You'll create detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and fabrication drawings for high-quality interior fit-outs and bespoke joinery projects.

Working within a small, collaborative team, you'll support the Assistant Works Manager, interpreting technical drawings and 3D visuals from Architects, producing accurate 2D and 3D drawings in AutoCAD and Inventor, and preparing all information for the shop floor to support manufacturing.

This is an excellent hands-on opportunity to be involved in projects from inception to completion, allowing you to play a key role in a highly reputable local business.

CAD Technician - Position Details

Salary: £30,000 - £37,000 (DOE)

Hours: 44 hours per week: Mon-Thu: 07:30-17:00, Fri: 07:30-16:00 (Flexible start times available)

Holiday: 26 days + bank holidays (Time to be allocated over Christmas & New Year)

Benefits: Pension scheme, life insurance, free on-site parking

CAD Technician - Key Responsibilities

Interpret architectural drawings and 3D visuals to produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar software

Produce shop drawings, fabrication drawings, cutting lists, and technical details for bespoke joinery and shopfitting projects

Prepare and release approved drawings and technical information to the workshop and production teams

Liaise with designers, project managers, clients, and contractors to clarify technical requirements

Ensure all drawings meet client specifications, industry standards, and internal quality requirements

Provide ongoing technical support to production teams throughout the project lifecycle

Support projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation

CAD Technician - Skills & Experience Required

Minimum 2 years' experience in a CAD Technician / CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson role

Experience producing drawings for manufacture (joinery, shopfitting, or metalwork)

Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes

Ability to interpret architectural drawings and convert them into accurate working documents

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor (or similar CAD software)

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a small team

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