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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced CAD Designer to join a well-established and growing fire detection and protection specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in fire alarm and emergency lighting system design, looking to play a key role in delivering high-quality, compliant solutions across a range of commercial and industrial projects.

Job Title: CAD Designer (Fire Detection & Protection)

Location: Remote working, with occasional travel to the Reading office

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

Key Responsibilities

Produce detailed CAD drawings, layouts and schematics for fire detection and fire protection systems
Design systems in accordance with current British Standards and client specifications
Ensure all designs are fully compliant with relevant legislation and industry best practice
Support projects from initial concept through to installation and final handover
Liaise with project managers, engineers, surveyors and commercial teams throughout the project lifecycle
Review and amend existing drawings to reflect design changes and site requirements
Prepare and maintain accurate technical documentation
Provide technical support to installation and commissioning teams where required
Assist in developing and improving design processes and standards

Skills & Experience

Must have experience designing in accordance with BS5839, BS5266 and BS7671
Proven experience as a CAD Designer or Design Engineer within the Fire Detection and Fire Protection sector
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD
FIA qualifications or other relevant fire industry certifications
Excellent understanding of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting and associated electrical services
Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings and construction plans
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to working across departmentsHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK