CAD Manager

Recruit Mint Ltd; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing and design company in Biggleswade is seeking a CAD Manager to produce high-quality designs for live events. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of CAD design experience, proficiency in Autodesk software, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £40,000 plus benefits, including 20 days of holiday and a company pension.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a CAD design role, ideally within engineering or fabrication.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings with precision.
• UK-based with right to work, occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D CAD models for staging and set pieces.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion.
• Generate cutting lists and prepare files for CNC routing.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk software (AutoCAD, Inventor)

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Strong understanding of fabrication techniques

Creative problem-solving mind

Job description

CAD Manager

Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
Job Title: CAD Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000
Hours: Monday-Thursday (7:30-16:30), Friday (7:30-13:00)
Full-Time | Permanent

Bring Designs to Life in the World of Live Events!

Are you a highly skilled CAD Manager with a passion for designing and delivering incredible fabrication projects? Want to work on high-profile projects for world-renowned clients.

Our client is a growing manufacturing and design company supplying high-end staging, structures, and props to the entertainment industry. We are looking for a creative, hands‑on CAD Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in bringing exciting designs to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Produce 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for staging, set pieces, and fabricated assemblies in aluminium, steel, and wood.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion, liaising with clients, project managers, artistic directors, and fabricators.
• Generate cutting lists, manufacturing files, and prepare files for CNC routing and laser cutting.
• Identify and price suitable materials for each project.
• Occasionally assist in the workshop, prototype builds, and on‑site setups.
• Communicate designs effectively, ensuring seamless project execution.

Person Specification

• 2+ years' experience in a CAD design role, ideally within engineering, or fabrication.
• Proficiency in Autodesk software (AutoCAD, Inventor) & Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of fabrication & construction techniques, particularly in aluminium & steel.
• Excellent communication & project management skills.
• Ability to read & produce technical drawings with precision.
• Creative problem-solving mindset and a keen eye for detail.
• Adaptable & hands‑on, willing to support fabrication and on‑site work when required.
• UK‑based with right to work - occasional travel may be required.

Hours of Work, Pay, and Benefits

• Up to £40,000
• Monday-Thursday - 7:30 to 16:30
• Friday - 7:30 to 13:00
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension