CAD Designer Jobs

04/09/2026

Product CAD Technician, Surrey, to £30k, V04311. An amazing and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product CAD Technician to join the design and product development team of a highly respected luxury lighting and furniture brand. Our client is synonymous with beautifully crafted, high-end products and supplies some of the world's most prestigious hotels, yachts and residential projects. Product development, casting, decorative finishing, assembly and wiring are all undertaken in-house, alongside a network of highly skilled artisans. This is a 12-month contract role focused on an exciting project to digitally document and standardise their extensive back catalogue of furniture and lighting products. You will use SolidWorks to recreate existing physical products as accurate 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring their designs are properly documented and ready for manufacturing, specification and internal use. The role could be particularly well suited to a recent Product Design graduate looking to develop their CAD and technical skills within a luxury design environment.

The role will be to: Create accurate 3D models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks; Produce detailed manufacturing, assembly, component and exploded-view drawings; Review and update existing drawings to ensure consistency and accuracy; Maintain organised drawing files, revisions and product information; Use Excel to manage drawing registers and documentation; Ensure technical drawings meet internal standards and are suitable for manufacture and supplier communication.

The Product CAD Technician will need to be proficient in SolidWorks and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and be comfortable working collaboratively with both design and technical teams. Experience producing detailed technical and assembly drawings (ideally including GAs and exploded views) will be needed as well as a good understanding of manufacturing processes for furniture, lighting or similar physical products. You’ll need to be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and possess good communication skills.

Salary is £28,000 to £30,000 + pension + annual bonus. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1575

01/09/2026

Product CAD Technician, Surrey, to £30k, V04311. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product CAD Technician to join the design and product development team of a highly respected luxury lighting and furniture brand. Our client is synonymous with beautifully crafted, high-end products and supplies some of the world's most prestigious hotels, yachts and residential projects. Product development, casting, decorative finishing, assembly and wiring are all undertaken in-house, alongside a network of highly skilled artisans. This is a 12-month contract role focused on an exciting project to digitally document and standardise their extensive back catalogue of furniture and lighting products. You will use SolidWorks to recreate existing physical products as accurate 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring their designs are properly documented and ready for manufacturing, specification and internal use. The role could be particularly well suited to a recent Product Design graduate looking to develop their CAD and technical skills within a luxury design environment.

The role will be to: Create accurate 3D models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks; Produce detailed manufacturing, assembly, component and exploded-view drawings; Review and update existing drawings to ensure consistency and accuracy; Maintain organised drawing files, revisions and product information; Use Excel to manage drawing registers and documentation; Ensure technical drawings meet internal standards and are suitable for manufacture and supplier communication.

The Product CAD Technician will need to be proficient in SolidWorks and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and be comfortable working collaboratively with both design and technical teams. Experience producing detailed technical and assembly drawings (ideally including GAs and exploded views) will be needed as well as a good understanding of manufacturing processes for furniture, lighting or similar physical products. You’ll need to be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and possess good communication skills.

Salary is £28,000 to £30,000 + pension + annual bonus. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1575

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product CAD Technician to join the design and product development team of a highly respected luxury lighting and furniture brand. Our client is synonymous with beautifully crafted, high-end products and supplies some of the world's most prestigious hotels, ya...

26/08/2026

Check out our latest blog post – Why Are Consumer Products Not Built to Last Anymore? Do you recall when purchasing a washing machine, television, kettle or even a pair of shoes was an investment and not a temporary purchase? Many household products used to be made to be repaired, maintained and used for years. Nowadays, products can sometimes appear to be designed for a much shorter lifespan.

A phone slows down, a washing machine breaks down, a kitchen appliance stops working and suddenly the cost of repair is so close to the price of replacement that buying something new seems the only sensible option. We look at some of the reasons why this has happened. www.careersindesign.com/blog/why-are-consumer-products-not-built-to-last-anymore

Do you recall when purchasing a washing machine, television, kettle or even a pair of shoes was an investment and not a temporary purchase? Many household products used to be made to be repaired, maintained and used for years. Nowadays, products can sometimes appear to be designed for a much shorter...

13/08/2026

Design Blog Post - Why Companies Can’t Attract the Best Design Talent. It has never been a matter of advertising a vacancy and waiting for the right CVs to come in to find talented designers. In a competitive market, the best design professionals are often already employed, very selective about their next move, and looking for more than just a competitive salary.

Whether a company is looking to hire a product, furniture or interior designer or a design director, recruiting outstanding design talent requires a different approach than traditional recruitment. Read more about how to tackle this issue here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/why-companies-cant-attract-the-best-design-talent

It has never been a matter of advertising a vacancy and waiting for the right CVs to come in to find talented designers. In a competitive market, the best design professionals are often already employed, very selective about their next move, and looking for more than just a competitive salary. Wheth...

07/08/2026

Senior Technical Designer - Bespoke Furniture & Joinery, Lincolnshire, to £42k, V04308. Our client is a highly regarded specialist in luxury bespoke joinery and furniture, creating beautifully crafted interiors for prestigious designers, high-profile clients and discerning homeowners worldwide. Combining traditional English carpentry techniques with modern manufacturing methods, they create exceptional bespoke pieces where craftsmanship, functionality and contemporary design come together. They are now looking for a Senior Technical Designer to take approved design concepts through to fully detailed technical drawings and production information for manufacture and installation. Working closely with senior management, clients, production teams and installers, you will act as the key link between sales, design, production and installation, ensuring projects are technically accurate, commercially viable and delivered to the highest standards.

They are also open to considering an experienced Technical Designer who is ready to take the next step. If you have the technical knowledge, initiative and ambition to develop into a Senior Technical Designer, they would be keen to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities are to: Develop approved designs into detailed technical drawings and production information for bespoke kitchens, cabinetry, furniture and joinery; Undertake site surveys and support installation and production teams throughout the project; Liaise with clients, designers, suppliers and contractors, resolving technical queries and identifying potential issues; Support CNC programming, machining requirements and the efficient manufacture of bespoke components; Manage multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring quality, accuracy and commercial considerations are maintained; Make day-to-day technical decisions and recommend design modifications where these improve functionality, manufacturability or installation.

With experience in technical design on bespoke kitchens, cabinetry, furniture, joinery or high-end interior fit-out, you’ll have a strong understanding of cabinet construction, materials, hardware and manufacturing processes. You’ll have excellent technical drawing skills and be proficient in AutoCAD and in programming CNC machinery, with knowledge of CNC tooling, nesting and machining strategies. You’ll need strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively as well as being organised, commercially aware and comfortable managing multiple projects.

Salary is c£40,000 (Neg.) DOE. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your application and CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1571

05/08/2026

`Senior Technical Designer - Bespoke Furniture & Joinery, Lincolnshire, to £42k, V04308. Our client is a highly regarded specialist in luxury bespoke joinery and furniture, creating beautifully crafted interiors for prestigious designers, high-profile clients and discerning homeowners worldwide. Combining traditional English carpentry techniques with modern manufacturing methods, they create exceptional bespoke pieces where craftsmanship, functionality and contemporary design come together. They are now looking for a Senior Technical Designer to take approved design concepts through to fully detailed technical drawings and production information for manufacture and installation. Working closely with senior management, clients, production teams and installers, you will act as the key link between sales, design, production and installation, ensuring projects are technically accurate, commercially viable and delivered to the highest standards.

They are also open to considering an experienced Technical Designer who is ready to take the next step. If you have the technical knowledge, initiative and ambition to develop into a Senior Technical Designer, they would be keen to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities are to: Develop approved designs into detailed technical drawings and production information for bespoke kitchens, cabinetry, furniture and joinery; Undertake site surveys and support installation and production teams throughout the project; Liaise with clients, designers, suppliers and contractors, resolving technical queries and identifying potential issues; Support CNC programming, machining requirements and the efficient manufacture of bespoke components; Manage multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring quality, accuracy and commercial considerations are maintained; Make day-to-day technical decisions and recommend design modifications where these improve functionality, manufacturability or installation.

With experience in technical design on bespoke kitchens, cabinetry, furniture, joinery or high-end interior fit-out, you’ll have a strong understanding of cabinet construction, materials, hardware and manufacturing processes. You’ll have excellent technical drawing skills and be proficient in AutoCAD and in programming CNC machinery, with knowledge of CNC tooling, nesting and machining strategies. You’ll need strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively as well as being organised, commercially aware and comfortable managing multiple projects.

Salary is c£40,000 (Neg.) DOE. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your application and CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1571

Our client is a highly regarded specialist in luxury bespoke joinery and furniture, creating beautifully crafted interiors for prestigious designers, high-profile clients and discerning homeowners worldwide. Combining traditional English carpentry techniques with modern manufacturing methods, they c...

29/07/2026

Check out our latest blog post - The Impact of New Materials on Furniture Innovation. The furniture industry has been significantly transformed by the rise in new materials. With the combination of sustainability, new technology and trends it is now transforming how furniture designers’ design. The furniture industry may use new materials and design philosophies to make pieces that fulfil the needs of today’s world, while still being environmentally sustainable.

Designers and manufacturers are challenged to come up with new materials and the possibilities for creativity and change in furniture design are infinite. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/the-impact-of-new-materials-on-furniture-innovation-2026

The furniture industry has been significantly transformed by the rise in new materials.  With the combination of sustainability, new technology and trends it is now transforming how furniture designers design. Development of Sustainable Materials With increased awareness of environmental issues, de...

28/07/2026

Design Engineer - Bespoke Metalwork, Hampshire, to £45k, V04304. Our client is a specialist metal fabrication workshop creating exceptional bespoke pieces for the residential, commercial and marine sectors. From custom furniture and sculptural lighting to architectural metalwork and intricate fabrications, they combine traditional craftsmanship with innovative engineering. Working closely with Estimating, Production, Procurement and Project teams, you'll take projects from concept through to manufacture, producing high-quality technical designs that meet both client expectations and manufacturing requirements.

With 5+ years' experience as a Design Engineer, Product or CAD Designer, you’ll have strong CAD skills using Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar. A solid understanding of manufacturing processes and technical drawing standards will be needed as well as experience interpreting architectural drawings. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills will also be required plus the ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across departments.

Salary is £40,000 to £45,000 DOE plus 31 days' holiday (incl. Bank Holidays), paid birthday off after probation and additional holiday after one year's service, pension scheme (3% employer contribution), employee referral scheme and regular social events. To find out more and apply please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1568

15/07/2026

Design Blog Post – The Biggest Hiring Mistakes Design Companies Make.

The key to success in the highly competitive field of design is to build a team of talented people. Design organisations often struggle to locate the ideal specialists, not only in terms of talents but also in terms of the culture of their organisation.

The fast-paced technology growth and the ever-changing nature of design has never made finding the appropriate applicant more crucial. However, many businesses fall into similar pitfalls and make blunders that can hold them back and impact on their longer-term goals. We look at some of the most common blunders that some companies make. www.careersindesign.com/blog/the-biggest-hiring-mistakes-design-companies-make

The key to success in the highly competitive field of design is to build a team of talented people. Design organisations often struggle to locate the ideal specialists, not only in terms of talents but also in terms of the culture of their organisation. The fast-paced technology growth and the ever-...

03/07/2026

Design Manager Designate, London, to £55k, V04301. Our client is a design-led contract furniture manufacturer, renowned for producing high-quality furniture for the workplace, education and commercial sectors. Due to the planned retirement of their Head of Design in 2028, they are seeking an ambitious Designer with the potential to progress into the Design Manager role. This is a rare opportunity to join an established business with a clear succession plan and structured career progression. Your development will follow a structured 2-year pathway (subject to performance). For the first 6 months you’ll be learning the Designer role and integrating into the business. The following 12 months you’ll be working closely with and shadowing the current Head of Design. For the final 6 months you’ll step into the Acting Design Manager’s role with ongoing support before taking full responsibility.

Responsibilities will include: Producing detailed production drawings; Creating accurate Works Order documentation using Excel; Preparing client approval drawings; Space planning and 3D visualisations; Processing client orders through to manufacture; Working accurately to tight deadlines.

With experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings you’ll have software experience with packages like AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, 3DS Max and KeyShot. You’ll be organised, accurate and deadline driven with strong technical and practical design skills and be able to manage multiple projects effectively. You’ll obviously need the ambition and leadership potential to develop into the role of Design Manager.

Salary is £45,000 to £55,000 DOE (further salary increase of £10,000 - £20,000 upon appointment as Design Manager), plus performance-related Senior Management bonus scheme, company pension, mobile phone and 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays). If this job opening sounds of interest, please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1566

Our client is a design-led contract furniture manufacturer, renowned for producing high-quality furniture for the workplace, education and commercial sectors. Due to the planned retirement of their Head of Design in 2028, they are seeking an ambitious Designer with the potential to progress into the...