Trainee CAD Technician

Hiring People; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national contractor in York is seeking a motivated Trainee Design Technician to join their design team. This role offers hands-on experience in construction design, utilizing CAD software to create technical drawings and collaborating with clients and architects. Ideal candidates possess strong IT skills, a good grasp of mathematics, and a commitment to developing skills within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Good IT skills and experience are essential.
• A sound grasp of mathematics is required.
• Attention to detail is critical for success.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed technical drawings based on architect's designs.
• Use CAD software to create designs in 2D and 3D models.
• Check colleagues' drawings for accuracy.

Skills

Good IT skills

Sound grasp of mathematics

Attention to detail

Good spatial awareness

Methodical and organised approach

Good communication skills

Strong team ethos

Enthusiasm for learning

Job description

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in construction design with a company that values your development? Yorkshire Sheeting & Insulation Services Limited, a respected national contractor with over 50 years' experience in the Industrial and Distribution sector, is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Design Technician to join their expanding in-house design team in York. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop specialist technical skills and grow within a supportive and established business.

You will be trained to:

• Create detailed technical drawings based on architect's designs, in line with the commercial and contractual requirements outlined by the estimating team
• Use CAD software programmes to create designs in 2D and 3D models
• Check colleagues' drawings for accuracy
• Apply product knowledge and engineering principles to come up with solutions to design problems
• Interact with clients, engineers and architects at design team meetings, liaising with the project team through all stages of design up to delivery on site
• Prepare and issue material procurement schedules to place orders with suppliers, coordinating delivery with their contracting team

To succeed in the role, you will need to have:

• Good IT skills and experience
• Sound grasp of mathematics
• Attention to detail
• Good spatial awareness
• Methodical and organised approach to work
• Good communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong team ethos
• Enthusiasm and commitment to learning new skills

Remuneration Package:

An attractive salary appropriate to previous experience and qualifications will be offered.

How to Apply

Please send your C.V., noting all relevant qualifications and experience, to the link provided & the hiring company will be in direct contact.