Computer Aided Design Technician

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Job summary

A healthcare equipment manufacturer in Sheffield is seeking a skilled 2-D CAD Technician to join their Engineering Team. The successful candidate will produce technical drawings and layouts using AutoCAD, generating schematics and approval drawings for medical systems. Candidates should have experience in 2D drafting and relevant CAD qualifications. The salary ranges from £25,000 to £30,000 annually. Applications welcome from all individuals with the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in 2D drafting within electrical or mechanical context.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical schematics.
• Competence in preparing drawing packages for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2-D technical drawings and layout schematics.
• Generate schematic wiring diagrams for nurse call systems.
• Create detailed mechanical approval and manufacturing drawings.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD for 2D drafting

Strong attention to detail

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in Computer-Aided Design (2D Design and Drafting)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled 2-D CAD Technician to join the Engineering Team at Mediplan Ltd, a specialist UK manufacturer of medical trunking and nurse call systems for the healthcare sector.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Sheffield head office, working within a supportive and technically experienced environment. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to the production of electrical schematics and mechanical layouts using AutoCAD software.

Key Responsibilities
• Produce accurate 2-D technical drawings and layout schematics using
AutoCAD, in line with internal design standards and project specifications.
• Generate schematic wiring diagrams for nurse call systems, based on
engineering inputs and client requirements.
• Create detailed mechanical approval and manufacturing drawings for medical
trunking systems used in hospital environments.
• Develop accurate bills of quantities (BOQs) for manufacturing and installation,
derived from client-approved drawings.
• Maintain organised and traceable contract files, including technical
documentation, using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Liaise effectively with clients, internal departments (sales, production, projects),
and third parties to ensure designs are technically compliant and commercially
viable.
• Apply a professional, client-facing approach at all times, representing
Mediplan’s standards and capabilities confidently.

Essential Skills and Qualifications
• Proven experience working with AutoCAD for 2D drafting in an electrical,
mechanical, or building services context.
• Formal CAD qualifications — preferably City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in
Computer-Aided Design (2D Design and Drafting) or equivalent vocational
training.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and
mechanical layout diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to preparing drawing
packages for manufacturing and approval.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, for
scheduling and documentation tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in engaging
directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Salary shall be in the range of £25,000 – 30,000 per annum dependent on training and ability.

Mediplan is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
All applicants must hold the right to work in the UK and strict checks shall be carried out in this connection prior to any employment offers.
Please forward your CV in the first instance by email to [e-mail]. Shortlisted applicants shall then be invited for interview.