CAD TECHNICIAN (AUTOCAD) - FOOD RETAIL SPACE PLANNER - LONDON

Spot.; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in East London is seeking a CAD Technician (AutoCAD) to contribute to innovative food retail projects. This role offers training and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment. Applicants should have at least 2 years of AutoCAD experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including pension and life insurance

20 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown

Additional long service leave and benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of industry experience as an AutoCAD Technician.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Excel.
• Strong technical and practical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate data-driven insights into store layouts.
• Produce accurate 2D drawings and data sheets.
• Collaborate with architects and other technicians on projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Excel

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

We're seeking a CAD Technician (AutoCAD) to join the food retail team of Steve Ritchie Partnership, an experienced, client-focused international team of architects based in East London (near Aldgate East Tube Station).

Known for its practical and thoughtful approach to design, SRP delivers innovative, enduring, and commercially viable buildings across a range of sectors, including Commercial, Retail, Masterplanning, Mixed Use, Residential, Office, & Industrial.

This new opportunity presents an exciting opening for an AutoCAD Technician with a keen eye for detail to contribute to fast-moving food retail Store Planning projects. Working alongside architects and other technicians you will translate data-driven insights into precise, efficient, and commercially viable store layouts. Using AutoCAD and Excel, you will produce accurate 2D drawings and data sheets that help refine floor plans, optimise customer flow, and ensure layouts align with operational requirements, brand standards, and comply with UK building regulations.

This role offers the chance to work in a friendly and collaborative workplace, within a structured and well-supported environment. Prior store planning experience isn't necessary, you will receive training to get up to speed.

Key Requirements:You should be a versatile, attentive and organised professional with a CV that highlights:

• You are an AutoCAD Technician with a minimum of 2 years industry experience in the UK.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Excel.
• Experience of playing an active role in live projects and collaborating with different disciplines.
• First-class communication skills (fluent English written & spoken).
• The ability to visualise, illustrate, and present ideas clearly.
• Strong technical and practical problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and take on responsibility.

Any prior experience in Retail Planning / Store Planning is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Also, please note, we are only able to accept applications from those who have the right to live and work in the UK and who are based here permanently.

In return, the team at SRP benefit from a collaborative, friendly and rewarding environment. Perks include a generous benefits package encompassing pension, life, and critical illness insurance. Staff also enjoy ample time off with 20 days holiday, plus Christmas shutdown, as well as additional long service leave and benefits.

Please ensure you include your portfolio / work examples when making your application (Max 10MB)