Job Description
CAD Engineer Permanent Full-Time
Location – Hybrid based in West Midlands
Join a leading live events business managing a global portfolio of iconic exhibition, arena, and conference venues. Hosting millions annually, the group delivers unforgettable, large-scale experiences through integrated expertise in entertainment, trade shows, sports, and premium hospitality.
We’re looking for a CAD Engineer who’s proficient using AutoCAD to create and manage essential CAD layouts, architectural plans, and structural FEA simulations. You will ensure venue safety, support large-scale live experiences, and maintain critical site records.
Responsibilities, but are not limited to
* Create and maintain drawings for exhibitions, events, concerts, and architectural/engineering plans
* Create and manage exhibition/event layouts complying with local authority and fire regulations
* Create and maintain NEC Venue record drawings of the site, its architecture, and services, carrying out site surveys where necessary
* Carry out structural analysis of concert roof loading using appropriate software
* Perform exhibition take-up measures and report to the relevant Account Manager
* Manage and utilise the Meridian Document Management database to store all record drawings and provide support to other Meridian users
Experiences required
* Qualified to minimum ONC level in an engineering discipline
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
* Proficient in using AutoCAD to produce GAs (General Arrangement) and floor layout drawings for spatial planning
* Able to interpret engineering calculations or FEA simulations for weight and load stresses to assist with appropriate rigging
* Experience in conducting site surveys using hand measuring tools or lasers
Package
36 Hours P/W | Flexible Hours | 7am to 6pm | 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | Company Pension 7% | Free Hot/Cold Lunches | Healthcare Cash Plans | Social Events
Requirements
• Qualified to minimum ONC level in an engineering discipline • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role • Proficient in using AutoCAD to produce GAs (General Arrangement) and floor layout drawings for spatial planning • Able to interpret engineering calculations or FEA simulations for weight and load stresses to assist with appropriate rigging • Experience in conducting site surveys using hand measuring tools or lasers