Fabrication/CAD Designer Bespoke Manufacturing & Design Location: Basildon Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm Salary: £28,000 £336,000 per annum (depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time Reports To: General Manager About the Role We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Fabrication Designer to join our clients dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for bespoke design and manufacturing, particularly within the kitchen and restaurant sector. As a Fabrication Designer, you will be responsible for producing detailed drawings that guide the manufacturing of custom items. Youll collaborate closely with sales, senior designers, and factory teams to deliver high-quality visualisations and technical plans. Your role will also involve liaising with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure seamless project execution. Key Responsibilities Create scaled plans, elevations, schematics, and detailed drawings from various sources. Develop fabrication designs for bespoke manufactured items. Produce 3D visualisations and support design distribution. Conduct occasional site visits to gather dimensions and gain practical experience. Participate in design meetings and supplier coordination. Support quotation processes using CCE estimating software integrated with Sage 200. Assist in client communications, approvals, and project documentation. Promote ENSE suppliers and negotiate finders/retro fees where applicable. Skills & Experience Required Proficiency in SolidWorks, Radan, and CAD Design. Experience with Autodesk Inventor feature design and troubleshooting. Understanding of architectural layouts and fabrication processes. Strong communication and coordination skills across internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Special Considerations Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required. Willingness to attend training, seminars, and meetings to support professional development. Expenses covered in line with company policy. A1 Personnel are a recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client, to be considered for this role apply now!