CAD and Projects Designer

We are looking for a highly experienced CAD and Projects Designer to join a successful and market leading brand based in Banbury.

The role is full time and permanent based onsite offering a salary of between £30,000 and £35,000.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in supporting both the sales and project implementation phases.

Working closely with sales and project managers, you will contribute to the design, planning, and coordination of projects involving the installation and commissioning of large-capacity industrial equipment in the public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities for the CAD and Projects Designer:

• Manage project files from receipt of client specifications or requests (in collaboration with Sales Managers) through to the order stage alongside Project Managers


• Analyse client requirements, propose appropriate technical solutions, and prepare complete cost estimates for projects


• Conduct on-site measurements and surveys, including 3D scan surveys where required (occasional travel within the UK and Ireland)


• Attend client meetings with sales and project managers to understand the full scope of work


• Produce detailed project drawings to support financial offers and/or execution drawings for approved projects (AutoCAD 2D proficiency required; 3D knowledge advantageous).


• Liaise with group factories and subcontractors to support the preparation of financial offers and project drawings


• Validate drawings and technical solutions with factories, subcontractors, and sales managers as necessary


• Draft and review project proposals in collaboration with the sales team

Key Skills Required for the CAD and Projects Designer:

• Strong technical acumen with the ability to interpret specifications and develop practical design solutions


• Experience in process design


• A background in engineering


• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D (knowledge of 3D design tools beneficial)


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, sales, and project teams


• High attention to detail and precision in both technical and financial documentation


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently


• Flexibility for occasional travel within the UK and Ireland


• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and customer satisfaction


• Organised and detail orientated

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary of between £30,00 and £35,000


• Company assisted private healthcare


• Pension scheme


• 25 days holiday + bank hols


• In house and on the job training and development