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.