Junior CAD Designer (Progression to Project Engineer)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturing firm is seeking a Junior CAD Designer to create technical drawings and support project tasks. This position offers full training, progression to a Project Engineer role, and a flexible working schedule. Ideal candidates should be proficient in 2D CAD and willing to develop their skills within a long-established company. Benefits include a competitive salary plus bonuses and structured career development.

Benefits

Full training

Company bonus scheme

Structured progression

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or relevant technical experience required.
• Strong proficiency in 2D CAD is essential.
• Willingness to develop towards a Project Engineer role.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D AutoCAD drawings and support project designs.
• Assist engineers with technical tasks and drawing packs.
• Learn regulations for adoptable pumping stations and manage approvals.

Skills

Proficient in 2D CAD

Technical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering qualification or relevant technical experience

Job description

Junior CAD Designer (Progression to Project Engineer)

25,000 - 28,000 + Full Training + Progression + Company Bonus

Stoke - Office Based

Are you a Junior CAD Designer looking for a varied role that offers specialist training, clear progression into a Project Engineer position, and the chance to boost your income through a company bonus scheme?

This UK manufacturer, with a 21 million turnover, supplies innovative pumping and fluid handling solutions to the construction, utilities, housing, and wastewater sectors, built on over 65 years of engineering excellence, reliability, and customer-focused service trusted by local authorities, developers, and contractors nationwide.

In this role, you’ll use 2D CAD to create technical drawings, assist engineers with project tasks, and help coordinate materials for adoptable pumping station projects. You’ll work closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams, gaining hands‑on experience in delivering high-quality, compliant solutions. Based in Crewe, the role offers a 37.5-hour week with flexible working between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.

This role would suit a Junior CAD Technician looking to develop their skills with a long-established UK manufacturer, offering structured progression, specialist training, and the chance to boost earnings through a company bonus.

The Role:

• Produce 2D AutoCAD drawings and support project designs.
• Assist engineers with technical tasks and drawing packs.
• Learn regulations for adoptable pumping stations and manage approvals.
• 37.5 hours per week, flexible between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.

The Person:

• Engineering qualification or relevant technical experience.
• Proficient in 2D CAD.
• Willingness to develop towards a Project Engineer role.
• Commutable to Stoke.

Reference: BBBH22344