Lead CAD DesignerWe are the market leading design, installation, and maintenance provider for commercial kitchens in the UK hospitality and food service industry. We work alongside clients from the initial designs through to bespoke fabrication and installation. Coupled with the largest body of professional maintenance engineers in the country, we offer the complete end to end solution to our extensive client base. We have long-standing relationships with many of the biggest multi-site brands in the UK.We have a newly created role within our Pub Retail team, for a CAD Designer to take on a Lead Design role which will be dedicated to working on our largest account. This role will work closely with the National Account Managers and Project Managers to produce Commercial Kitchen Designs in 2D CAD. You will be required to work on multiple projects at one time and prioritise your work, ensuring an efficient turnaround.The role has been created to enhance the service offering to our key client and therefore will suit an experienced individual who thrives within a fast-paced working environment. This role also has the scope to further progress within the Pub retail department. We are committed to providing training for the right individual and the opportunity to visit customer sites. So, we’d be interested in hearing from experienced Design professionals who are comfortable being customer facing and are keen to progress.Key Responsibilities: Assist the Account Managers and Projects Manager in gaining a solid understanding of the client’s requirements and translating this into their kitchen designs.Utilising 2D CAD to produce accurate design drawings and specifications for live projects.Detail the fabrication information on drawings and gather supplier information for equipment detail. Assist with project documentation and administrative tasks.Discuss design issues with the wider team, working together to find practical solutions.Attend occasional client update meetings, to review designs, templates, and equipment specifications.Key Requirements: Fully conversant in the use of 2D CADExperience within Commercial Catering equipment sector is a must.Experience with 3D modelling and BIM is preferable.Comfortable working within a fast-paced business and meeting tight deadlines.Strong communication and ability to work as team player. Comfortable being customer facing.Previous experience in producing estimates/quotations would be advantageous.Excellent attention to detail.Benefits: Competitive Salary, Hybrid/Remote working and excellent career progression.This is a newly created role within The Airedale Group, reflecting the exciting growth of the business. The Group employs 650+ people across multiple locations in the UK and offers significant scope for career progression.