Design Engineer (CAD Specialist)

UK Staffing Group; Aston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing glazing company in Runcorn seeks an experienced Design Engineer (CAD Specialist) to create precise designs for glazing systems using AutoCAD and Logikal. You'll play a crucial role in producing detailed fabrication drawings, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in the aluminium glazing sector, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for precision in their work. This permanent, full-time role offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in the aluminium glazing industry.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Logikal software.
• Experience with Senior Aluminium and Smart Aluminium systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise AutoCAD drawings for glazing systems.
• Generate fabrication drawings and material schedules.
• Create technical documentation for projects.
• Work closely with fabricators and project managers.
• Attend design coordination meetings.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Logikal software proficiency

Experience in aluminium glazing industry

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

Design Engineer (CAD Specialist)

Bring Architectural Visions to Life

Location : Runcorn (WA7)

Salary : £37,500 - £44,000 per year

Position Type : Permanent, Full-time

Picture This :

Youre the person who turns architectural ideas into precise, buildable designs. Every day, youre working on high-profile UK projectsshopfronts, structural glazing, curtain wallingmaking sure every detail is perfect before it hits the production line or the construction site.

My client, a trusted and expanding company in the aluminium glazing sector, is looking for an experienced CAD / Logikal Technician to join their technical design team. This isnt just about drawingits about collaborating with fabricators, project managers, and installers to bring projects to life, solving technical challenges, and ensuring everything meets British and European standards.

What Youll Be Doing :

Youll be at the heart of the design process, creating accurate, high-quality drawings that make projects run smoothly. One day youre producing AutoCAD drawings for aluminium windows and doors, the next youre generating fabrication drawings and material schedules using Logikal software.

Heres what your role will involve :

• Producing precise AutoCAD drawings for a range of glazing systems (SMART, SAS, Senior Aluminium).
• Generating fabrication drawings and material schedulesensuring everything is ready for manufacturing and installation.
• Creating technical documentation that guides the team from design to completion.
• Working closely with fabricators, project managers, and installers to resolve any design or technical queries.
• Attending design and coordination meetingsyour input will be key to keeping projects on track.
• Making sure all drawings comply with supplier manuals, product limitations, and industry standards.
• Managing projects from survey and drawing packs right through to installation, keeping everyone updated on progress.

Is This You?

• Youve got at least 5 years experience in the aluminium glazing industry, and youre proficient in AutoCAD and Logikal software. You know your way around Senior Aluminium and Smart Aluminium systems, and youre the kind of person who :
• Loves precisionyou take pride in creating drawings that are accurate down to the last millimetre.
• Enjoys problem-solvingwhether its resolving a technical query or finding a smarter way to design something.
• Works well in a teamyoure just as comfortable collaborating with colleagues as you are working independently.
• Stays organisedyou can manage multiple projects and deadlines without breaking a sweat.
• Lives within a 60-minute commute of Runcorn (WA7)this ones non-negotiable!

Why Youll Love It :

• A competitive salary and long-term job stability.
• Genuine career development opportunitiesthis is a company where you can grow.
• A supportive, collaborative team environmentno micromanaging, just a shared passion for quality.
• The chance to see your designs come to life in real-world projects.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If youre an experienced CAD / Logikal Technician who loves working on cutting-edge glazing projects and wants to be part of a forward-thinking, expanding company, wed love to hear from you.

Apply nowjust send your CV and a quick note about why youd be great for this role. No fancy cover letter neededjust tell us what excites you about the opportunity!

(P.S. If youve ever looked at a glazing project and thought, I could design that better, this is your chance to prove it!)