CAD Technician

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Upton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CAD Technician for a growing Design Department in Poole. The role involves producing technical drawings for bespoke glazing solutions and supporting design processes. Candidates should have strong AutoCAD skills, good construction knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple projects. The position offers significant career progression, a competitive salary from £30,000 to £35,000, and various benefits including a pension scheme and professional training.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Tax-free EOT bonus

Free gym membership

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Professional training and development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD with experience in technical drawings.
• Good knowledge of construction, particularly in architectural glazing.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate technical drawings for fabrication and installation.
• Support the Design Manager in process development for design.
• Ensure drawings meet relevant building regulations.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Construction knowledge

Project management

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Bennett & Game are delighted to have partnered exclusively with a glazing contractor to appoint a CAD Technician within their growing Design Department. This privately owned and now employee-owned architectural glazing specialist delivers market-leading bespoke glazing solutions to the luxury residential sector, operating from a large, modern site in Poole.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Tax‑free EOT (Employee Ownership Trust) bonus
• Free gym membership
• Pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Professional training and development
• Significant career progression opportunities
• Office based in Poole (Monday to Friday)

Role Overview

• Produce accurate technical drawings for fabrication and installation using AutoCAD
• Prepare and update material schedules in line with design changes
• Support the Design Manager in developing processes and standards for the new design function
• Work through full design lifecycle from concept to installation
• Provide practical design solutions to technical challenges
• Maintain and amend existing drawings in line with project requirements
• Liaise with contractors, architects, and internal teams
• Ensure all drawings meet relevant building regulations and compliance standards
• Manage workload effectively to meet project deadlines
• Contribute creative ideas to improve design efficiency and product quality

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD with experience producing fabrication and installation drawings
• Good level of construction knowledge, ideally within the new‑build residential or architectural glazing environment
• Experience working on bespoke glazing, curtain walling, structural glazing or similar systems (desirable)
• Ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple projects
• Confident liaising with contractors and architects
• Understanding of building regulations and compliance
• Creative, detail‑driven, and solutions‑focused
• Based within a commutable distance of Poole