Senior Technical Designer - SolidWorks & Fabrication

Cavendish Professionals; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is seeking a Freelance Senior Technical Designer skilled in SolidWorks to join a creative fabrication and design studio in Wakefield. You’ll develop concepts from idea to technical detail, creating 3D CAD models and production drawings for retail environments, exhibitions, and bespoke installations.

Collaborating with project management, design, and fabrication teams, you will oversee prototyping, testing, and manufacture, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of SolidWorks, CAD, Fusion 360, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with 3D printing and rendering software, such as Cinema 4D or KeyShot, is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of tooling, machining, fabrication, and materials.
• Good understanding of electrical and electronic systems is desirable.
• Ability to interpret, develop, and produce technical packs and documentation from external sources.
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety standards and best practices.
• Awareness of sustainable materials, manufacturing processes, and production methods.
• Strong understanding of design-for-manufacture and practical fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine concepts from initial ideas through to technical detail, CAD development, and presentation.
• Collaborate closely with project management, design, and fabrication teams to optimise processes and ensure high-quality delivery within agreed timescales.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and production across live projects.
• Provide technical project management support throughout all stages of design, development, and manufacture.
• Ensure designs are practical, efficient, cost-effective, and suitable for manufacture and installation.
• Maintain a strong focus on Health & Safety, quality, and sustainable working practices.
• Mentor and support junior designers and technical staff, contributing to smooth and efficient studio operations.
• Promote and uphold Health & Safety, quality, and sustainability policies across all project activities.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD

Fusion 360

Adobe CC

3D printing

Rendering software

Fabrication knowledge

Electrical systems

Health & Safety

Sustainability awareness

Tools

Cinema 4D

KeyShot

Job description

Cavendish Professionals is seeking a Freelance Senior Technical Designer skilled in SolidWorks to join a creative fabrication and design studio in Wakefield. You’ll develop concepts from idea to technical detail, creating 3D CAD models and production drawings for retail environments, exhibitions, and bespoke installations.

Collaborating with project management, design, and fabrication teams, you will oversee prototyping, testing, and manufacture, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive