Technical Designer

Cavendish Professionals; Whitby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals in Whitby is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to join an established workshop working on exclusive super-prime residential and fine furniture projects.

You will produce detailed drawings in SolidWorks, coordinate with designers and contractors, and support site surveys and templating to ensure precise manufacture and installation.

A background in timber, veneer, glass, metal finishes and measured surveys is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience within super-prime residential joinery and/or fine furniture.
• 5+ years’ SolidWorks experience.
• Strong knowledge of timber, veneer, glass, metal, upholstery and specialist finishes.
• Experience with measured surveys and technical drawing packages.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Coordinate with designers, contractors and interfacing trades.
• Order and track samples and finishes.
• Carry out site surveys and initial templating.
• Produce drawings for approval, manufacture and installation.
• Work to project programmes and flag any issues affecting costing or delivery.

Skills

SolidWorks

Technical drawings

Project coordination

Timber knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

Measuring tools

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Technical Designer to join an established workshop in Whitby, working on exclusive super-prime residential and fine furniture projects alongside leading architects and interior designers.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Coordinate with designers, contractors and interfacing trades.
• Order and track samples and finishes.
• Carry out site surveys and initial templating.
• Produce drawings for approval, manufacture and installation.
• Work to project programmes and flag any issues affecting costing or delivery.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience within super-prime residential joinery and/or fine furniture.
• 5+ years’ SolidWorks experience.
• Strong knowledge of timber, veneer, glass, metal, upholstery and specialist finishes.
• Experience with measured surveys and technical drawing packages.

Excellent opportunity to work on high-end residential projects with a growing and supportive team.