CAD Technician / Project Coordinator

Overview

Are you a CAD Technician with an active interest in furniture design looking to join a leading business to launch your career in bespoke furniture and joinery design? On offer is a fantastic opportunity for a CAD Technician / Project Coordinator to join a close-knit privately-owned company that specializes in premium-quality, custom-designed wooden lockers and changing room furniture for various sectors, including:

• Leisure industry
• Schools, colleges & universities
• Offices & workplaces
• Healthcare
• Sports clubs

In this role, you will work closely with experienced designers, developing CAD drawings and designs for bespoke furniture and joinery projects and contributing to projects from concept to completion. Emmerson Ross Recruitment's client currently works in 2D but will be looking to incorporate 3D visuals into project presentations and is keen to find someone eager to grow their design skills as they evolve.

This role would suit a CAD Technician with some knowledge of timber, carpentry, joinery, or similar, who is looking for a varied role, training, and the chance to work on a wide range of high-end projects. Emmerson Ross Recruitment's client is dedicated to nurturing talent and providing extensive training to help you grow in your career, and is more interested in potential than “the finished article”.

Responsibilities

Once fully trained, you will have the opportunity to manage the full life cycle of projects, including:

• Translating design briefs and intent drawings into high-quality manufactural design solutions
• Creating detailed designs and accurate joinery drawings using 2D CAD for client approval and manufacture (moving to 3D in the near future)
• Problem-solving any unforeseen issues with the design and the integration of various materials to achieve the desired finish
• Tracking and managing drawings and revisions
• Compiling cost quotations and evaluating materials required
• Providing input and support to the planning of projects and the development of technical solutions to meet project requirements
• Scheduling and managing installation teams

Skills Required

For this exciting opportunity, you should possess:

• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in 2D or 3D CAD
• A strong eye for design, aesthetics, and detail to ensure all CAD designs fit the brief
• Good understanding of plan drawing
• Ability to plan and execute projects from concept to completion (once trained)
• Time management and organizational skills
• The ability to listen, ask questions, and learn workflow plans

Salary & Benefits

The position offers:

• Salary between £30,000 and £35,000, depending on experience
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus a birthday off
• Company pension
• Onsite parking

Working Hours

The typical working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, totaling 37.5 hours a week.