Senior CAD Designer - Reed : Job Details

• Annual Salary: £42,000 - £50,000
• Location: Norwich
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Senior CAD Designer to join our team, contributing to the delivery of Architectural Glazing Solutions to the Construction Industry. This role is integral to our mission of building a sustainable business known for technical and service excellence. You will be preparing detailed design drawings and specifications for large glazing packages, working closely with main contractors, architects, and fitters.

• Produce 2D CAD drawings for bespoke window and curtain wall solutions.
• Generate documentation for client review/approval of designs.
• Create general arrangement/setting out drawings for on-site use.
• Establish dimensions/quantities from existing client drawings.
• Develop drawings for the fabrication of components.
• Revise drawings following client reviews or engineering recommendations.
• Liaise with internal and external project contacts to capture all elements of the work to be drafted.
• Coordinate with Structural Engineers for necessary calculations on designs.
• Adhere to an agreed schedule, meeting both project and individual deadlines.
• Maintain a consistent approach for design and customer-facing documentation.
• Prepare pressing and glass schedules.
• Contribute to our Design Standardisation programme.
• Liaise with the factory, producing cutting sheets, material loading, and dispatch sheets.
• Work in accordance with current British standards and legislation.

• Strong technical design and AutoCAD skills.
• Ability to interrogate and manipulate existing CAD drawings.
• Keen eye for detail and practical design solutions.
• Problem-solving skills and a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on cost-saving without compromising quality.
• Good working knowledge of IT and CAD software/technical drawings.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• Relevant qualification in CAD software, preferably AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of window systems companies (beneficial but not essential).
• CWCT accreditation (preferred).
• Proficiency in MS Office.

• Competitive salary.
• 33 days holiday (25 days plus 8 bank holidays).
• Corporate branded clothing.
• Company pension contribution.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Colleague Assistance Portal.
• Employee discount.
• Free and on-site parking.