Graduate CAD Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cookstown; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction specialist in Cookstown is seeking a Graduate CAD Technician to transform architectural and structural designs into detailed fabrication plans. This role offers the chance to work on exciting North-American projects in a supportive team environment, with a progression plan to senior positions. The ideal candidate must have a degree in architecture or a related field and basic CAD skills. Hybrid working is available after training.

Benefits

Tailored progression plan to Senior / Lead CAD

Hybrid work option post-onboarding

33 days' holiday, rising with service

Company bonus, health-cash plan & life assurance

Staff-discount platform & long-service awards

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture (or closely related Design/Engineering discipline).
• Basic CAD proficiency and strong spatial understanding.
• Looking to grow and build a career.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Convert architectural/structural drawings into accurate fabrication details for US & Canadian projects.
• Model components in 2-D and 3-D CAD; flag clashes and tolerance risks early.
• Liaise with project managers and engineers to keep lead times tight.
• Keep every revision traceable in the CAD/ERP system.
• Contribute ideas that shape standards for the growing North-American team.

Skills

Basic CAD proficiency

Strong spatial understanding

Education

Degree in Architecture or related Design/Engineering discipline

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Graduate CAD Technician (Construction Detailing) £26,000 - £35,000 * Permanent, Mon-Fri * Cookstown HQ (hybrid after training) * Start to suit notice

Engineering graduate that enjoys CAD? Fast-track your CAD career in a newly formed International projects team inside an award-winning construction specialist.

Cookstown's expanded design office supports projects worldwide; your dedicated team tackles North-American work. Small team = big visibility: learn directly from structural specialists, influence new processes, and step quickly into senior or lead roles as demand soars.

Benefits

• Tailored progression plan to Senior / Lead CAD
• Hybrid work option post-onboarding
• 33 days' holiday, rising with service
• Company bonus, health-cash plan & life assurance
• Staff-discount platform & long-service awards

Role Snapshot - What You'll Do

• Convert architectural / structural drawings into accurate fabrication details for US & Canadian projects
• Model components in 2-D and 3-D CAD; flag clashes and tolerance risks early
• Liaise with project managers and engineers to keep lead times tight
• Keep every revision traceable in the CAD / ERP system
• Contribute ideas that shape standards for the growing North-American team

You'll Need

• Degree in Architecture (or closely related Design / Engineering discipline)
• Basic CAD proficiency and strong spatial understanding
• Looking to grow and build a career
• Full right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply' to turn your degree into international CAD impact—and build a career on solid foundations.

This vacancy is advertised by Roundhouse Recruitment Limited, acting as an Employment Agency.

Keywords: graduate CAD technician, architecture graduate, CAD detailer, Revit, AutoCAD, structural support, North-American market, Cookstown, hybrid work, career progression