Cad Designer

Experienced CAD Designer with experience in exhibitions wanted!

Location: Northampton

Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 DOE

Are you an experienced CAD joinery/fabrication designer looking for your next challenge? Our client, a well-established events and exhibition specialist agency based in Northampton, is seeking a talented individual to join their team.

About the Role: You will work on bespoke exhibition stands, corporate events, and brand activations, with a strong focus on luxury travel sector projects. Based predominantly in their Northampton office, you'll collaborate closely with the 3D creative, graphics, and workshop teams.

Key Details:

• Full-time position based in Northampton.
• Previous experience in the bespoke exhibition industry or similar fit-out experience is preferred.
• Good knowledge of joinery, metal fabrication, glass, plastics, print, and exhibition systems.
• Supplier knowledge for specifying projects.
• Site and construction knowledge is a definite plus.

Experience & Skills:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365/Teams, Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with Filemaker database is preferred (training provided).

Day-to-Day Tasks:

• Create workshop production drawings using 2D and 3D AutoCAD.
• Adapt existing projects into new layouts based on client input.
• Generate CNC cutting files for production.
• Conduct surveys and space planning layouts.
• Prepare submission documents and approval drawings.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and project teams.
• Manage projects, including occasional on-site visits in the UK and abroad.
• Update project coordination database.

Join a busy studio and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences!