CAD Engineer (Setting Out)

Draughtsperson / CAD Engineer (Setter Out)

Location:
Birmingham (Central)

Hours:
Full-time – 44 hours per week

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm

Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established and highly respected shopfitting and manufacturing business with over 150 years of history, specialising in bespoke, high-quality installations. They work with prestigious clientele, producing individually designed projects that incorporate hardwood joinery, architectural metalwork, and other specialist materials. They also manufacture bronze and stainless steel doors and frames to exacting specifications.

The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but skilled team of Draughtspersons / Setter Outs. The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Works Manager to interpret technical drawings and 3D visuals from architects, producing detailed 2D/3D technical drawings using AutoCAD/Inventor for client approval.

Once approved, you will prepare the necessary information for the manufacturing team, ensuring accuracy and quality at every stage. You’ll be involved in projects from concept through to completion, playing a key role in delivering exceptional results.

Essential Requirements:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

Proven experience designing for manufacture

Knowledge of joinery and/or metalwork

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Ability to read architectural drawings and convert them into working documents

Desirable Skills:

Proficiency in AutoCAD/Inventor

Positive and proactive attitude

Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks

Previous hands-on joinery experience

Reports to:
Works Manager / Assistant Works Manager / Managing Director

Benefits:

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Life insurance

26 days holiday plus bank holidays (7 days allocated for Christmas & New Year closure)