Engineering CAD Technician

Find Apprenticeships; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a CAD Draftsperson for motorsport projects in Biggin Hill. This hybrid role involves standardising CAD drawings and collaborating with engineers. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, possess strong AutoCAD experience, and have a genuine interest in motorsport. The contract is initially for 6 months, with competitive pay and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Hands-on experience with latest CAD software

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, with accuracy in drafting technical drawings.
• Suitable for a graduate or second jobber with solid CAD knowledge.
• A genuine interest in motorsport would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, revising, and standardising CAD drawings.
• Collaborating with engineers and surveyors to interpret design requirements.
• Maintaining clear documentation of CAD files and revisions.

Skills

Strong AutoCAD experience

Detail-oriented

Organised and proactive

Collaboration

Education

Graduate with CAD knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble or Leica Infinity

Job description

CAD Draftsperson Motorsport Projects

Location: Biggin Hill (Hybrid, up to 2 days remote per week)
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 pro rata (DOE)
Contract: 6 months initially, with potential extension subject to business need and candidate performance

Are you a graduate or early-career CAD professional looking for a role where you can apply your skills to projects with global visibility?
This is a rare chance to join a forward-thinking engineering team responsible for delivering world-class motorsport infrastructure projects.

The Role

Working as a CAD Draftsperson, you ll play a key part in consolidating and standardising circuit infrastructure drawings that form the backbone of international racing events. This role is critical to ensuring consistency and accuracy ahead of the 2026 racing season.

Your responsibilities

• Reviewing, revising, and standardising CAD drawings to set specifications.
• Collaborating with engineers and surveyors to interpret and deliver design requirements.
• Compiling and integrating drawings into a cohesive, consistent framework.
• Identifying discrepancies and contributing solutions through feedback loops.
• Maintaining clear documentation of CAD files and revisions.
• Supporting improvements in design processes and workflows.

About You

• Strong AutoCAD experience (2007 present; AutoCAD 2025 desirable).
• Detail-oriented, with accuracy in drafting technical drawings.
• Suitable for a graduate or second jobber with solid CAD knowledge and some understanding of engineering principles.
• Organised, proactive, and collaborative in approach.
• Nice to have: Trimble or Leica Infinity, 3D CAD drafting, or civil/topographical design exposure.
• A genuine interest in motorsport would be an advantage.

Key Details

• Working hours: 9am 5pm with a 1-hour break.
• Hybrid model: Primarily office-based in Biggin Hill with up to 2 days remote per week.
• Contract: 6 months initially, with possible extension or progression subject to performance and business need.
• Salary: £40,000 £50,000 pro rata.

Recruitment Process

• Stage 1: Initial Teams interview (informal conversation).
• Stage 2: Face-to-face interview, including a practical CAD drawing test.

Why Apply?

• Contribute to high-profile international projects in a unique and exciting industry.
• Gain hands-on experience with the latest CAD software and tools.
• Work with a collaborative and supportive team of engineers and surveyors.
• Excellent opportunity for career development, with the potential for longer-term opportunities.

Apply today with your up to date CV to be considered interviews are taking place soon.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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