CAD Technician

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 Remuneration

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 44 hours per week – Mon-Thu 7:30-17:00, Fri 7:30-16:00 (flexible start times available)
Holiday: 26 days plus bank holidays (7 days to be taken over Christmas & New Year)
Benefits: Free parking, pension scheme, and life insurance

CAD Technician – Key Responsibilities

Interpret technical drawings and 3D visuals from Architects to produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar software for customer approval.
Prepare and release approved drawings and technical information to the shop floor to support manufacturing and installation.
Liaise with designers, project managers, clients, and contractors to clarify technical requirements and ensure designs are feasible.
Create shop drawings, cutting lists, and fabrication details for bespoke joinery and shopfitting projects.
Ensure all drawings meet client specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements.
Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to production teams throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to completion.

CAD Technician – Key Skills & Experience

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar CAD/Draughting role
Proven experience in designing for manufacture
Background in joinery and/or metalwork
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes
Ability to interpret architectural drawings and convert them into accurate working documentsStreamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application