Junior CAD Technician (Tekla/ SolidWorks)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural design firm in Weston-Super-Mare seeks a Junior CAD Technician. You will produce 3D models and drawings using Tekla or SolidWorks, and engage with engineering teams on various steel projects. This role offers training, career growth, and a welcoming team environment. The position is ideal for individuals with relevant CAD experience and a passion for innovation.

Benefits

Professional training

Career progression

Exciting projects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with Tekla Structures or SolidWorks essential.
• Background in structural steel or architectural metalwork preferred.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and fabrication drawings.
• Liaise with engineers and site teams to resolve queries.
• Mentor juniors and improve design workflows.

Skills

Tekla Structures

SolidWorks

Structural steel knowledge

Job description

Junior CAD Technician (Tekla/ SolidWorks)

Weston-Super-Mare

£30,000 - £40,000 + Progression + Training + Cutting-Edge Projects + Close-Knit Team

Are you a Junior CAD Technician with Tekla or SolidWorks experience or a background in structural steel, looking to join a market leading structural and architectural steelwork company that provides ongoing professional training, the chance to work on exciting, cutting edge projects and the stability of a well-established, close knit team dedicated to supporting your career growth?

Do you want the opportunity to join a well-established, family feel business that delivers high profile steel projects across the UK, renowned for its precision engineering, innovative designs, and commitment to excellence?

On offer is a fantastic opening to become part of a specialist design team in a company that provides the full package, from concept design through to fabrication and installation for projects ranging from bespoke staircases and balustrades to large-scale structural steelwork. You will be joining a supportive, close-knit environment where your expertise will be valued, and your career can grow.

In the role, you will use Tekla Structures or SolidWorks to produce fully detailed 3D models, general arrangement drawings, and fabrication drawings for a wide variety of projects. You will liaise closely with engineers, architects, and site teams to ensure accuracy, resolve technical queries, and deliver projects on time and to the highest standards. You will also play a role in mentoring junior draughtsmen and contributing to the ongoing improvement of design processes.

This role would suit an Junior CAD Technician with Tekla or SolidWorks experience or a background in structural steel, looking to join a market leading structural and architectural steelwork company that provides ongoing professional training, the chance to work on exciting, cutting edge projects and the stability of a well-established, close knit team dedicated to supporting your career growth.

The Role:

• Create precise 3D models and fabrication drawings in Tekla Structures
• Liaise with teams to resolve design queries and meet standards
• Mentor juniors and improve design workflows

The Person:

• Draughtsman with SolidWorks/ Tekla experience
• Knowledge of structural steel and architectural metalwork preferred
• Based in Weston-Super-Mare or easily commutable to

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.