AutoCAD Technician - Facades

D & K ARCHITECTURAL SYSTEMS LTD; Moira; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

1pm Friday finish

Job summary

D & K ARCHITECTURAL SYSTEMS LTD is an established aluminium fabrication and glazing specialist based in Co. Antrim, serving commercial and domestic sectors with a focus on façade solutions.

The AutoCAD Technician / Design Coordinator role involves preparing drawings for approval, producing fabrication drawings, and coordinating details across projects, with a minimum of two years’ industry experience and strong 2D AutoCAD skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in aluminium façade / glazing industry.
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of aluminium systems and façade integration.
• Experience with Metal Technology and APS systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction and fabrication drawings.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with industry standards and Building Regulations.
• Experience with manufacturing / production and site installation processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AutoCAD drawings for architectural approval.
• Produce fabrication drawings for aluminium systems.
• Review architectural and steelwork drawings and 3D models.
• Coordinate aluminium façade details with other design information.
• Produce accurate manufacturing drawings.
• Liaise with sales, contracts and production during design/pre-production.
• Assist with technical coordination across multiple projects.
• Manage deadlines effectively.

Skills

AutoCAD

Aluminium facades

2D drafting

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Communication

Organisational skills

Excel

Word

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are an established aluminium fabrication and glazing company based in Co. Antrim, specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of aluminium façade solutions across the commercial and domestic sectors.

Working predominantly with Metal Technology and APS aluminium systems, we deliver projects ranging from small-scale contracts through to £1m–£1.5m developments including schools, leisure centres, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced AutoCAD Technician / Design Coordinator to join our team on a full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of AutoCAD drawings for architectural approval
• Production of fabrication drawings for aluminium systems and products
• Reviewing and interpreting architectural drawings, steelwork drawings, and 3D models
• Coordinating aluminium façade details with wider building design information
• Producing accurate manufacturing and production drawings
• Liaising with sales, contracts, and production departments throughout the design and pre-production stages
• Assisting with technical coordination and design management across multiple projects
• Minimum 2 years’ experience within the aluminium façade / glazing industry
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of aluminium systems and façade integration
• Experience with Metal Technology and APS systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction and fabrication drawings
• Familiarity with industry specific standards and relevant Building Regulations
• Experience of manufacturing / production and site installation processes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard IT packages, Excel, Word etc.
• Knowledge of additional aluminium system manufacturers

Working Hours

• Monday – Thursday: 8:15am – 5:30pm
• Friday: 8:15am – 1:00pm

Competitive salary offered, dependent on experience.

• Company pension
• Free parking
• 1pm Friday finish