Team Manager CAD

CAD Manager Edinburgh

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly skilled team of craftspeople in a modern workshop environment, contributing to the delivery of unique, high-end interior and joinery projects where quality and precision are paramount.

The Role

As CAD Manager, you will oversee the technical drawing and design coordination process from concept through to manufacture. Working closely with designers, architects, subcontractors and internal production teams, you will ensure all drawings are produced to the highest level of detail and accuracy to support the delivery of complex, high-end projects.

You will also play a key role in managing and mentoring the CAD function within the business, ensuring drawings are efficient, buildable and aligned with manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate design concepts with designers, architects, subcontractors and other relevant stakeholders.
Produce detailed CAD drawings to the appropriate level of detail for construction and manufacture, including specialist materials.
Convert architectural drawings into detailed manufacturing drawings for approval.
Ensure drawings are accurate, practical and cost-efficient for production.
Work closely with workshop teams to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with joinery manufacturing processes.
Coordinate ordering and technical specifications of specialist materials with procurement (e.g. metalwork, ironmongery and other bespoke components).
Manage and maintain CAD standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all drawings.
Support project teams throughout the design and manufacturing stages to ensure smooth delivery.

Skills & Experience

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Autodesk, 3D CAD software or Inventor CAD.
A solid joinery background with practical understanding of bespoke manufacturing.
Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings for bespoke joinery or interiors.
Knowledge of pre-assembly techniques and manufacturing processes.
Strong coordination skills working with designers, architects and production teams.
A collaborative team player with strong attention to detail.
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