CAD Designer (Bespoke Joinery) in Preston

Location: Preston, Lancashire

41 hours per week: Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm | Friday: 7:30am – 3:00pm

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Preston-based manufacturer specialising in bespoke joinery and high-quality interior fit-out projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a CAD Designer to join a growing and experienced design team. The business delivers custom-built joinery solutions to commercial clients across the UK, with projects primarily within office fit-out, leisure, and hospitality environments. Applications are welcomed from both Junior and Senior level candidates.

The role:

• Working closely with the internal Design Team, Project Managers and Production Manager, you will be responsible for translating design intent into detailed, accurate technical drawings suitable for manufacture.
• Key Responsibilities
• Producing and reviewing detailed 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Converting architects’ or designers’ drawings (including sketches) into workable manufacturing drawings for bespoke joinery.
• Creating DXF files for CNC machinery and coordinating requirements with the Production Manager.
• Attending design meetings with clients, architects, internal project managers and production teams.
• Supporting value engineering processes by reviewing cost implications and proposing practical design or material alternatives where appropriate.
• Uploading, issuing and managing drawing revisions internally and externally via email and document control portals.
• Creating and managing RFIs from initial design brief through to project completion.
• Liaising with clients, architects, project managers and production teams throughout each project lifecycle.
• Attending site to conduct detailed surveys to support the design, manufacture and installation process where required.
• Managing workload effectively and working to project deadlines.
• Using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and undertaking training on internal document control and HR systems as required.

Experience & key skills:

• Previous experience within a joinery manufacturing environment, ideally within a design/drawing office.
• Strong 2D AutoCAD capability is essential.
• Experience producing manufacturing drawings for bespoke joinery.
• 3D modelling and/or CGI rendering experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Understanding of commercial interior fit-out environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt within a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong communication skills with both internal teams and clients.
• Flexible approach to working hours where required to meet deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience within commercial sectors such as retail, offices, hotels or residential developments would be beneficial.

Package & benefits:

• Structured salary banding:
• Junior CAD Designer: £34,000
• Senior CAD Designer: up to £40,000
• Final salary offer will be determined by demonstrated industry experience, technical capability, and ability to manage projects independently. Progression within the band reflects increased responsibility, technical expertise, and contribution to project delivery.
• Full-time, permanent position (subject to probationary period).
• On-site parking | 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays | Workplace pension scheme | Health cash plan