Job Description
CAD Technician (AutoCAD 2D) – Structural / Steel Drawings – Milton Keynes – Up to £45K
We’re recruiting for a CAD Technicianwith strong AutoCAD 2D experience to join a growing design team in Milton Keynes.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys producing detailed construction and fabrication drawings and has a solid understanding of structural steel designs, without needing to be a structural engineer.
If you’re confident creating drawings that are actually buildable, this will be a strong fit.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for producing accurate 2D CAD drawings for a range of staging, grandstands and temporary structures, working closely with design and project teams to deliver high-quality, practical solutions.
This is a hands-on role where your drawings will go directly into production and installation — not just sit on a screen.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce detailed AutoCAD 2D drawings for construction and fabrication
* Create general arrangement and detailed fabrication drawings
* Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs)
* Interpret and apply structural specifications
* Work closely with designers, engineers and project managers
* Ensure drawings are accurate, practical and buildable
Requirements
* Strong experience using AutoCAD 2D (essential)
* Experience producing fabrication / construction drawings
* Understanding of structural steel drawings or similar
* Ability to produce accurate, detailed and build-ready drawings
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Experience with AutoCAD 3D, Revit or SketchUp
* Background in staging, temporary structures, steelwork, construction or fabrication
* Experience working with BOMs and material specifications
If you’re a CAD Technician looking for a role where your drawings actually get built, apply now or get in touch for more information.