CAD Operator

Recruitment Helpline; Kingsland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing company based in Kingsland is seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join their design team. This full-time, office-based position offers a salary between £32,000 and £40,000 depending on experience. The successful candidate will develop 2D and 3D models for various projects using AutoCAD and Tekla software. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in AutoCAD. Company benefits include a pension scheme, casual dress, and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Company pension

Casual dress

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years practical experience in AutoCAD.
• Experience supporting construction or manufacturing projects is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for various projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers on design concepts.
• Create accurate construction documents adhering to specifications.
• Review existing drawings for accuracy and update as needed.
• Generate visualisations to help stakeholders understand project layouts.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

3D experience with Tekla

Ability to produce General Arrangement and Fabrication drawings

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla

Job description

Excellent opportunity for an experienced CAD Operator to join a well-established company based in Kingsland, Herefordshire.

Salary: £32,000 - 40,000 per annum depending on experience.

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent - Monday-Friday.

Benefits

• Company pension
• casual dress
• free on-site parking

The Company

They are a leading UK manufacturer and erector of commercial poultry housing, agricultural buildings and industrial steelwork. Due to an increase in contracts, they are seeking an experienced CAD Operator to join their design team. In this role, you will be the backbone of their project development process. Your expertise will support various phases of construction, engineering, and manufacturing projects by creating accurate 2D and 3D representations using AutoCAD & Tekla software.

The successful candidate may have a background working within the roofing and cladding sector.

Duties

• Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for agricultural, commercial and industrial projects using CAD software such as AutoCAD and Tekla.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to interpret design concepts and translate them into precise technical drawings.
• Create accurate construction documents, including plans, elevations, sections, and details that adhere to project specifications.
• Support the review of existing drawings for accuracy and consistency; update or revise designs as needed throughout project phases.
• Generate visualisations such as 2D animations or walkthroughs to help stakeholders better understand project layouts.
• Maintain organized CAD files and documentation to ensure easy access and version control across the team.

Qualifications

• It is essential that you have a strong proficiency in AutoCAD - minimum of 2 years practical experience.
• 3D experience would be beneficial, particularly with Tekla software.
• Ability to produce General Arrangement and Fabrication drawings.
• Be able to read and interpret drawings.
• Experience supporting construction or manufacturing projects is highly desirable.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Focused on accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in all deliverables.
• Please note this position is strictly office based and hybrid is not available.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.