AutoCAD Design Technician (Trainee Opportunity)

Office Angels; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Contributory pension

Free parking

Job summary

Office Angels Limited in Yeovil is seeking a Trainee AutoCAD Design Technician to join a small, supportive design team. You will learn to produce technical drawings and assist in delivering bespoke projects from concept through to completion.

Full training will be provided; you will work under the Senior Design Manager and develop AutoCAD skills while gaining practical industry experience in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• An interest in technical design, engineering, or AutoCAD drafting.
• AutoCAD experience would be advantageous, whether gained through education, employment, or personal projects, although training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good IT skills and confidence using computer-based systems.
• Excellent communication and organiser…skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a technical design environment.

Responsibilities

• Producing and updating technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Assisting with the preparation of design layouts, specifications, and project documentation.
• Supporting the design team with project coordination and drawing revisions.
• Liaising with colleagues and clients to ensure design requirements are accurately reflected.
• Maintaining drawing records and ensuring documentation is kept up to date.
• Working closely with experienced designers to develop your technical knowledge and CAD skills.

Skills

Interest in technical design

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Tools

AutoCAD

IT skills

Job description

Job Title: AutoCAD Design Technician (Trainee Opportunity)
Location: Yeovil, Somerset (own transport required due to location)
Hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
Salary: To be discussed on application - dependent on experience
Benefits: 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, contributory pension, free parking

Are you looking to build a career in technical design? Our client, a forward-thinking company based in Wincanton, is expanding their team and looking for a Trainee AutoCAD Design Technician to join them. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in design, engineering, or CAD who is eager to develop their skills within a supportive and experienced team.

Working alongside experienced Design Technicians, you will assist in producing technical drawings and supporting the delivery of bespoke projects from concept through to completion. This role is joining a small team of four and reports directly to the Senior Design Manager.

Full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for someone at the beginning of their design career or someone looking to develop their existing AutoCAD knowledge.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Producing and updating technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Assisting with the preparation of design layouts, specifications, and project documentation.
• Supporting the design team with project coordination and drawing revisions.
• Liaising with colleagues and clients to ensure design requirements are accurately reflected.
• Maintaining drawing records and ensuring documentation is kept up to date.
• Working closely with experienced designers to develop your technical knowledge and CAD skills.

The Candidate:

• An interest in technical design, engineering, or AutoCAD drafting.
• AutoCAD experience would be advantageous, whether gained through education, employment, or personal projects, although training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good IT skills and confidence using computer-based systems.
• Excellent communication and organiser…skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a technical design environment.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll receive hands‑on training, ongoing support, and the chance to develop a long‑term career in design and CAD. You'll work on a variety of interesting projects while building valuable technical skills that will support your future career progression.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.