Production-Ready CAD Designer

SVC Technical; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SVC Technical in Colchester, Essex is seeking a talented CAD Technician or CAD Designer to turn concepts into accurate, production-ready designs. You will produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings and models for bespoke products, collaborating with design and manufacturing teams.

The role involves managing CAD libraries, ensuring accuracy for costing and manufacture, reviewing drawings, and supporting continuous improvement. Furniture or bespoke manufacturing experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CAD Technician or CAD Designer.
• Strong 2D/3D CAD drafting skills.
• Detail-oriented with manufacturing awareness.
• Ability to interpret concepts into production-ready drawings.
• Knowledge of materials and assembly requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD and models for bespoke products.
• Develop accurate, production-ready drawings and 3D models for manufacture and assembly.
• Create, maintain and manage a digital library of CAD components and materials.
• Ensure CAD files and project information are organized and accessible across the business.
• Review and update drawings based on feedback from internal teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with manufacturing colleagues to ensure designs are practical and achievable.
• Identify potential design, assembly and manufacturing issues before production.
• Carry out CAD checks, test-fits and tolerance analysis to identify clashes.
• Support introduction of new products by ensuring drawings support costing and manufacture.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation and quality across all CAD work.

Skills

2D & 3D CAD drafting

Detail-oriented

Manufacturing understanding

Independent working

Team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modelling software

Job description

SVC Technical in Colchester, Essex is seeking a talented CAD Technician or CAD Designer to turn concepts into accurate, production-ready designs. You will produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings and models for bespoke products, collaborating with design and manufacturing teams.

The role involves managing CAD libraries, ensuring accuracy for costing and manufacture, reviewing drawings, and supporting continuous improvement. Furniture or bespoke manufacturing experience is advantageous.