We are seeking a skilled CAD Technician with strong AutoCAD experience to support the design and coordination of HVAC and ductwork systems for technically complex cleanroom, healthcare, and pharmaceutical projects. The role will involve producing high-quality mechanical drawings in line with stringent regulatory, safety, and performance requirements typical of controlled environments.
You will work closely with mechanical engineers, project managers, and installers to ensure designs are accurate, coordinated, and construction-ready.
Key Responsibilities
Produce detailed HVAC and ductwork layouts using AutoCAD for cleanroom, healthcare, and pharmaceutical facilities
Prepare coordinated GA drawings, ductwork schematics, plantroom layouts, and sections
Develop designs in line with HTM, GMP, ISO cleanroom standards, and project specifications
Coordinate mechanical layouts with architectural, electrical, structural, and process services
Revise and update drawings to reflect design development, RFIs, and site feedback
Assist engineers with clash resolution and constructability reviews
Maintain drawing registers and ensure document control procedures are followed
Support projects from concept and detailed design through to construction and handover
Ensure all drawings meet internal CAD standards and client requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a CAD Technician producing mechanical / HVAC drawings
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D essential; 3D experience beneficial)
Experience designing HVAC and ductwork systems
Familiarity with cleanroom, healthcare, or pharmaceutical environments
Understanding of ventilation principles, airflow, pressure regimes, and space coordination
Ability to interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and schedules
High attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable Skills & Experience
Experience producing drawings for manufacturing, laboratories, hospitals, or life sciences projects
Understanding of installation constraints and site-based coordination
HNC / HND or equivalent qualification in Building Services or Engineering
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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales