CAD Technician

15/04/2026

Check out our latest blog post ‘How hiring based on skills is becoming more popular’. There is a small, but big change happening in the way businesses hire people. More and more companies are moving away from traditional hiring methods that put a lot of weight on degrees, job titles and years of experience.

Instead, they are using skills-first hiring, which is more practical and open-minded. As sectors change quickly and there aren't enough skilled workers, employers are reevaluating what makes a candidate desirable. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/explore-how-hiring-based-on-skill-is-becoming-more-popular

There is a small, but big change happening in the way businesses hire people. More and more companies are moving away from traditional hiring methods that put a lot of weight on degrees, job titles and years of experience. Instead, they are using skills-first hiring, which is more practical and open...

13/02/2026

Interior Designer and Architectural Technician, Hybrid / Warwickshire, V04281+2. Our client is a creative design studio specialising in imaginative hospitality environments for major brands and food & beverage chains. Behind every successful project is a close-knit, highly skilled team - and they are now looking to welcome an Interior Designer and an Architectural Technician to join them. These are hybrid roles and will focus primarily on brand rollout programmes within the retail and hospitality sectors, particularly food & beverage.

The Interior Designer will have proven experience in hospitality interior design, ideally with brand rollouts and a strong understanding of fit outs, including spatial planning, MEP coordination and construction processes. Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team, you’ll need excellent organisational, time-management, and multitasking skills plus good lateral thinking abilities. High attention to detail and consistency in drawing work will be a requirement as well as AutoCAD skills (essential with VectorWorks an advantage) and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro).

The Architectural Technician will have ideally 5 years’ experience within an architectural or design-led environment and strong technical knowledge of construction methods, detailing and building systems. Proven experience producing detailed technical drawings and technical packages will be needed as well as a good understanding of Planning and Building Regulations and CDM Regulations. You’ll possess experience in project coordination and understand project delivery structures. CAD and IT software skills needed are AutoCAD (essential with VectorWorks an advantage), Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Suite

Salaries are negotiable DOE plus hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home), pension scheme, Paycare membership (including optical & dental cover, professional therapy, specialist consultations, and health screening), Perkbox membership, professional development opportunities (including CPD and support to achieve career goals) and regular social events and team gatherings. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 or simply forward your application and CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website on website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1546 or www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1547

05/02/2026

Architectural Technician, Hybrid / Warwickshire, £Neg., V04282. Our client is a creative design studio specialising in imaginative hospitality environments for major brands and food & beverage chains. Behind every successful project is a close-knit, highly skilled team - and they are now looking to welcome an Architectural Technician to join them. This is a hybrid role and the role will focus primarily on brand rollout programmes within the retail and hospitality sectors, particularly food & beverage. Working closely with the Senior Design Team, you will be responsible for producing high-quality technical drawing packages and supporting statutory application processes across multiple fast-paced projects.

With ideally 5 years’ experience within an architectural or design-led environment you’ll have strong technical knowledge of construction methods, detailing and building systems. Proven experience producing detailed technical drawings and technical packages will be needed as well as a good understanding of Planning and Building Regulations and CDM Regulations. You’ll possess experience in project coordination and understand project delivery structures. CAD and IT software skills needed are AutoCAD (essential with VectorWorks an advantage), Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Suite

Salary is negotiable DOE plus hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home), pension scheme, Paycare membership (including optical & dental cover, professional therapy, specialist consultations, and health screening), Perkbox membership, professional development opportunities (including CPD and support to achieve career goals) and regular social events and team gatherings. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 or simply forward your application and CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1547

Our client is a creative design studio specialising in imaginative hospitality environments for major brands and food & beverage chains. Behind every successful project is a close-knit, highly skilled team - and they are now looking to welcome an Architectural Technician to join them. This is a hybr...

27/01/2026

Check out our latest blog post “Keeping Track of Your Job Applications”. Job application tracking plays a significant role in today's competitive job market. Job searching becomes a complex maze when candidates face the challenge of duplicate submissions to the same employer. You may well be working with more than one recruiter at any one time which increases the risk of being submitted for the same position several times. Modern job application tracking systems are a great way to get solutions to this common problem.

These systems can help you track your submission dates, agencies, recruiters and job IDs effectively. The hiring landscape has evolved and 64.8% of employers now use skills-based hiring practices for entry-level roles. This shift makes staying organised throughout the application process more important than ever. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/the-importance-of-keeping-track-with-your-job-applications-to-avoid-duplications

Job application tracking plays a significant role in today's competitive job market. Job searching becomes a complex maze when candidates face the challenge of duplicate submissions to the same employer. You may well be working with more than one recruiter at any one time which increases the risk of...

19/01/2026

Product Design Engineer, Hybrid / London, to £50k, V04278. A London-based creative design and production agency specialising in high-impact retail environments for the skincare and beauty sector is seeking a Product Design Engineer to join one of its multidisciplinary account teams. Known for delivering next-level brand experiences, the studio combines creative design with robust technical engineering. Each client account is supported by a dedicated designer, design engineer and project manager, working collaboratively across both established global brands and emerging trend brands. This role sits at the heart of project delivery. You will be responsible for producing high-quality technical CAD drawings in SolidWorks, supporting project delivery against deadlines and budgets, managing client expectations, and ensuring build quality through supplier coordination and site involvement.

The Role is to: Produce detailed technical CAD drawings using SolidWorks; Engineer solutions that balance value, function, creativity, sustainability and innovation; Cost projects accurately using established systems and supplier databases; Support project delivery, installations and issue resolution; Attend client meetings and briefs to ensure accurate translation into technical design; Quality control work produced by external suppliers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive product engineer who enjoys ownership and responsibility. The role offers a clear progression path into Technical Project Management, with longer-term development opportunities including Technical Design Lead, Technical Design Manager or even Head of Engineering!

With 3+ years’ experience within the retail design sector, you’ll have SolidWorks CAD engineering experience and a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes. Confident managing your own projects with initiative and resourcefulness you’ll be comfortable liaising directly with clients and manufacturers. You’ll also need to be a logical problem solver with high personal standards used to working in a fast-paced environment.

Salary is £40,000 to £50,000 DOE plus 25 days' annual leave (+ bank holidays + your birthday off), generous bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary) plus company bonus, hybrid working (home on Mondays and Fridays), gym membership contribution, pension contribution, self-development fund, season ticket loan, cycle-to-work scheme and dog-friendly office. 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/1543

16/01/2026

Product Design Engineer, Hybrid / London, to £50k, V04278. A London-based creative design and production agency specialising in high-impact retail environments for the skincare and beauty sector is seeking a Product Design Engineer to join one of its multidisciplinary account teams. Known for delivering next-level brand experiences, the studio combines creative design with robust technical engineering. Each client account is supported by a dedicated designer, design engineer and project manager, working collaboratively across both established global brands and emerging trend brands. This role sits at the heart of project delivery.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality technical CAD drawings in SolidWorks, supporting project delivery against deadlines and budgets, managing client expectations, and ensuring build quality through supplier coordination and site involvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive product engineer who enjoys ownership and responsibility. The role offers a clear progression path into Technical Project Management, with longer-term development opportunities including Technical Design Lead, Technical Design Manager or even Head of Engineering!

With 3+ years’ experience within the retail design sector, you’ll have SolidWorks CAD engineering experience and a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes. Confident managing your own projects with initiative and resourcefulness you’ll be comfortable liaising directly with clients and manufacturers. You’ll also need to be a logical problem solver with high personal standards used to working in a fast-paced environment.

Salary is £40,000 to £50,000 DOE plus 25 days' annual leave (+ bank holidays + your birthday off), generous bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary) plus company bonus, hybrid working (home on Mondays and Fridays), gym membership contribution, pension contribution, self-development fund, season ticket loan, cycle-to-work scheme and dog-friendly office. 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/1543

A London-based creative design and production agency specialising in high-impact retail environments for the skincare and beauty sector is seeking a Product Design Engineer to join one of its multidisciplinary account teams. Known for delivering next-level brand experiences, the studio combines crea...

15/01/2026

Check out our latest blog post “Design Exhibitions to look forward to in 2026”. International Design shows are increasingly becoming an important staple in the calendar for anyone interested in design, whether it be interiors, furniture, products, technology or architecture.

The London Design Festival has become one of the most important events in this creative movement, and it will have its 24th edition in 2026. Design events are going well all over the world, and London has shown that it is a leader in this field. We thought that we’d look at why these are so important and a selection of popular design events happening this year. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/design-exhibitions-to-look-forward-to-in-2026

International Design shows are increasingly becoming an important staple in the calendar for anyone interested in design, whether it be interiors, furniture, products, technology or architecture. The London Design Festival has become one of the most important events in this creative movement, and it...

23/12/2025

Check out our latest blog post “Design Book Reads for 2026”. Design is ever evolving, with new and exciting perspectives and innovative ideas emerging all the time. We have listed below a variety of great reads for 2026 promising to inspire both new and seasoned professionals.

We have looked at some of the most recent and old titles that delve into various aspects of design, from interior aesthetics to sustainable practices, offering insights that are both practical and visionary. Read more about it here in our last blog of 2026: www.careersindesign.com/blog/design-book-reads-for-2026

Design is ever evolving, with new and exciting perspectives and innovative ideas emerging all the time. We have listed below a variety of great reads for 2026 promising to inspire both new and seasoned professionals. We have looked at some of the most recent and old titles that delve into various as...

10/12/2025

Check out our latest blog post - Colour Suggestions for Christmas Decorating. Colour really sets the tone for Christmas decorating and one all designers research years ahead. However, a seasonal space can become truly magical with innovative colour suggestions which is why Christmas 2025 moves beyond following trends. The focus shifts to thoughtful design that creates emotional connections and a fresh yet familiar ambience.

Traditional Christmas tree colour schemes showcase the symbolic white of snow and Santa's suit's signature red. Modern palettes now include earthy mocha tones and mystical twilight hues, offering wonderfully varied options, however red, green and gold combinations definitely still have their place in traditional decor. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/colour-suggestions-for-christmas-decorating

Colour really sets the tone for Christmas decorating and one all designers research years ahead. However, a seasonal space can become truly magical with innovative colour suggestions which is why Christmas 2025 moves beyond following trends. The focus shifts to thoughtful design that creates emotion...

26/11/2025

Check out our latest blog post “What Private Investigators and Recruitment Have in Common”. Private investigators are good at many things besides just finding missing people or following cheating spouses. They are experts at finding hidden truths, checking facts, and spotting lies. These skills are also very helpful when it comes to recruitment.

This is why more companies are changing the way they hire, because CV fraud and costly bad hires are becoming more common. Recent data from the industry shows that a bad hire at the mid-management level can cost a business as much as £132,000. Because of this, HR departments are looking for better ways to check candidates. Most of the time, traditional background checks only look at the surface and don't show any worrying patterns or inconsistencies in a candidate's history.

Interestingly, it seems that more and more HR departments in the UK are using private investigators to help them hire at management and senior levels. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/what-private-investigators-and-recruitment-have-in-common

Private investigators are good at many things besides just finding missing people or following cheating spouses. They are experts at finding hidden truths, checking facts, and spotting lies. These skills are also very helpful when it comes to recruitment. This is why more and more companies are chan...

12/11/2025

Check out our latest blog post “The 5 C’s that make us human”. Human abilities make relationships between people different from anything that AI can copy. Technology changes the way we work, but the basics of how people interact with each other stay the same. We all need to continue to improve our people skills to be the best leaders in this age of AI. Core people skills are important for making meaningful connections. Communication, curiosity, creativity, courage and compassion are important traits for us all.

These skills aren't just useful for your job. In a world that changes quickly, they are the building blocks of good leadership. Our idea of what it means to be professionally competent has changed a lot. It's important to know how to do things technically, but it's even more important to have soft skills like empathy, listening and working together. This article looks at these five basic human skills that shape how we interact with others. They make us human and set the stage for great leadership and teamwork. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/the-5-cs-that-make-us-human

Human abilities make relationships between people different from anything that AI can copy.  Technology changes the way we work, but the basics of how people interact with each other stay the same. We all need to continue to improve our people skills to be the best leaders in this age of AI. Core p...