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Senior CAD & Joinery Designer (Bespoke Joinery & Commercial office fit-outs)
Are you an experienced Joinery Designer or CAD Technician with a genuine understanding of how bespoke joinery is manufactured?
We are working with an established bespoke joinery and commercial interiors business looking to recruit an experienced Senior CAD Designer to strengthen its technical design function.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong CAD Design experience within joinery manufacturing background who wants to take ownership of technical drawings, influence design decisions and work on a varied portfolio of high-quality commercial projects.
The role
Working closely with the management, design and production teams, you will take responsibility for developing bespoke design concepts into accurate, detailed manufacturing drawings.
You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from initial design discussions with clients and architects through to technical detailing and the production of drawings for the workshop.
A key part of the role will be ensuring designs are practical, accurate and suitable for manufacture, reducing errors and ensuring the production team has the information it needs.
What you'll be doing

• Producing detailed 2D AutoCAD drawings for bespoke joinery and commercial interiors projects.
• Translating architectural concepts into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Preparing technical drawings with the necessary detail for workshop production and CNC machinery.
• Working with materials such as: metalwork and steel fabrication, timber and solid wood, veneers & laminates, stone, glass, upholstery and fabric
• Working closely with production to ensure designs are accurate and achievable.
• Attending design meetings with clients, architects and main contractors.
• Undertaking site surveys and measurements where required - in London one day a week (travel covered) or via teams
• Advising on materials, construction methods and manufacturing techniques.
• Coordinating technical details across projects, including specialist subcontracted elements.
• Resolving design and manufacturing challenges while maintaining the original design intent.

You'll be working on a varied range of bespoke commercial interiors projects, including:

• Reception desks and feature reception areas.
• Bespoke office kitchens and tea points.
• Feature walls, storage and shelving.
• Architectural bookcases and bespoke furniture.
• Specialist metalwork and feature structures.
• Bespoke seating and upholstered elements.
• Projects incorporate a wide variety of materials, including timber, veneers, laminates, solid surfaces, metalwork, stone, glass and upholstery.

What we're looking for

• Strong 2D AutoCAD experience.
• A background in bespoke or architectural joinery, commercial office fit-outs and manufacturing
• Practical knowledge of joinery manufacturing and construction methods.
• Experience producing detailed technical and manufacturing drawings.
• An understanding of materials, finishes and fabrication processes.
• The ability to interpret architectural drawings and develop practical solutions.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with clients and contractors.
• Experience with CNC machinery and producing CNC-ready drawings would be a significant advantage.
• We would particularly welcome applications from individuals who have previously worked as bench joiners, progressed into technical design or spent considerable time working alongside manufacturing teams.

What's on offer?

• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
• Hybrid working, typically up to two days from home.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.
• Workplace pension.
• The opportunity to work on interesting, high-quality bespoke commercial projects.
• A close-knit team and the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the business.

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