CAD Technician / 3D Modeller

Durham Lifting; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham Lifting in Middlesbrough is seeking a CAD Technician / 3D Modeller for a full-time, on-site role at our facilities. You will create accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for bespoke lifting systems, modular spreader beams, and related structures using industry-standard CAD tools.

The incumbent will interpret engineering sketches, prepare fabrication drawings, update documentation per project changes, and coordinate with workshop and testing teams to resolve design queries, ensuring

Qualifications

• Provide effective technical support for engineering, design and production teams.
• Maintain CAD workstations and software to ensure reliability.
• Ability to interpret sketches and specifications for drawings.
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings from 2D/3D models.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-project management in a factory setting.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for lifting systems and structures.
• Interpret engineering sketches and prepare fabrication drawings.
• Update documentation and drawings per project changes and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and workshop teams.
• Maintain drawing registers and support design reviews.
• Prepare visuals for client proposals when needed.

Skills

Technical Support

3D Modelling

Engineering Knowledge

On-site Collaboration

Communication

Project Coordination

Education

Engineering qualification in CAD design

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Company Description

Durham Lifting is a UK-based engineering specialist providing lifting systems, high-capacity load testing, and material handling solutions for heavy industrial applications. Established in 1996, the company operates from the historic Britannia Test House in Middlesbrough, a site originally built for testing steel components for the Sydney Harbour Bridge and now one of the UK’s most significant heavy testing facilities. Durham Lifting delivers tensile and compression load testing up to 3000 tonnes, supporting civil engineering, offshore, crane, and structural projects. The company also offers lifting equipment sales and hire, LOLER inspection, repair, refurbishment, crane servicing and upgrades, and specialist wire rope services. Through ongoing investment in equipment, facilities, and expertise, Durham Lifting remains at the forefront of certified, safety-focused lifting engineering and load testing services in the UK.

Role Description

The CAD Technician / 3D Modeller is a full-time, on-site role based at Durham Lifting’s facilities in Middlesbrough. This role involves producing accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for bespoke lifting systems, modular spreader beams, and associated structures using industry-standard CAD software. The individual will interpret engineering sketches and specifications, prepare detailed fabrication and assembly drawings, and update documentation in line with project changes and quality standards. Daily tasks include collaborating with engineers and project managers, supporting design reviews, maintaining drawing registers, and ensuring designs align with relevant standards and statutory compliance requirements. The role may also involve preparing visuals for client proposals, assisting with technical documentation, and coordinating with workshop and testing teams to resolve design queries.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide effective Technical Support for engineering, design, and production teams, including resolving CAD-related queries and assisting with documentation.


• Competence in Computer Maintenance and Troubleshooting to ensure CAD workstations, software, and peripherals operate reliably and efficiently.


• Skills in Computer Repair and Operating Systems sufficient to manage basic hardware/software issues or liaise effectively with IT support.


• Proficiency with CAD and 3D modelling software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) and experience creating fabrication and assembly drawings.


• Understanding of engineering principles, structural steelwork, or lifting equipment design, with the ability to interpret technical specifications and standards.


• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a safety-focused industrial environment.


• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively on-site with cross-functional teams in design, testing, and operations.


• Relevant technical qualification in engineering, CAD design, or a related discipline; experience in heavy industry, lifting engineering, or load testing is an advantage.