CAD Engineer Joinery in Birmingham

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Job Title CAD Engineer (Setter Out/ Joinery) Location Birmingham Salary £30,000 – £40,000 Hours Full-time, 44 hours per week (Monday–Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm | Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm) About the Client Our client is a well-established and highly respected specialist manufacturer based in Birmingham, with a long-standing reputation for delivering bespoke, high-quality installations. They work across a range of materials including hardwood joinery, architectural metalwork, and specialist metal fabrications such as bronze and stainless steel doors and frames. With a history spanning over a century, they pride themselves on craftsmanship and working with prestigious clients on unique projects. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled and collaborative team of Draughtspersons / Setter Outs. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to interpret architectural drawings and 3D visuals, producing accurate technical drawings using AutoCAD and/or Inventor. You will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle—from initial concept through to manufacturing—ensuring all approved drawings are prepared and issued to the shop floor for production. Key Responsibilities - Interpret architectural drawings and 3D visuals - Produce detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings - Work closely with internal teams to ensure design feasibility - Prepare and release drawings for manufacturing - Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously Essential Requirements - Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role - Experience designing for manufacture - Knowledge of joinery - Strong understanding of manufacturing processes - Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings Desirable Skills - Experience using AutoCAD and/or Inventor - Previous hands‑on experience in joinery - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks - Positive and proactive attitude Benefits - Free on-site parking - Pension scheme - Life insurance - 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Please note: 7 days are to be taken over the Christmas & New Year period) #J-18808-Ljbffr