CAD Draftsperson - XPERT RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED : Job Details

CAD Draftsperson - Steelwork & MetalworkLocation: Stoke-on-TrentSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (Negotiable, depending on experience)Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, a leading specialist in the design, manufacture, fabrication, and installation of steelwork for some of the UK’s most high-profile and demanding construction projects, is seeking a skilled CAD Drafter to join their dynamic and growing team.

About the Role

You will play a key role in delivering accurate and detailed drawings for a wide range of projects. From staircases and balustrades to secondary steelwork, your designs will help shape major construction developments across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Produce General Arrangement (GA) drawings aligned to datum points and grid lines
• Create detailed fabrication drawings for manufacture
• Design components such as staircases, balustrades, and secondary steelwork
• Use a variety of CAD platforms: AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks
• Liaise effectively with customers, suppliers, and the wider project team
• Work independently and take initiative in solving design challenges

Experience & Qualifications

• Essential:
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Tekla
  • Strong understanding of design principles and fabrication requirements
  • Ability to work from own initiative and communicate clearly
• Preferred:
  • Experience in the metalwork and steelwork industry
  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Inventor

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Opportunity to work on flagship UK construction projects
• Access to multiple industry-standard CAD platforms
• Supportive and collaborative work environment