CAD Manager ( Manufacturing )

The Role

Our client seeking an experienced and highly organised **CAD Manager** to lead and oversee all CAD and technical design activities within the business. This is a key position responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality, and efficiency of design deliverables from concept through to production.

The successful candidate will manage CAD standards and workflows, produce detailed manufacturing and construction drawings, create cutting lists and material requisitions, and work closely with production, project management, and installation teams to ensure projects are delivered accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and maintain all CAD systems, standards, templates, and drawing protocols across the business.

* Produce and oversee the creation of detailed manufacturing, construction, and installation drawings.

* Review and approve design documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.

* Generate cutting lists, bills of materials (BOMs), and material requisitions for production and procurement teams.

* Collaborate with project managers, designers, workshop personnel, and external stakeholders to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective.

* Develop and implement best practices to improve CAD processes, productivity, and design quality.

* Maintain accurate design records and revision control procedures.

* Support production teams with technical information and problem-solving throughout the manufacturing process.

* Identify opportunities for process improvements and workflow efficiencies.

* Assist in training and mentoring CAD team members and promoting continuous professional development.

* Ensure all drawings and documentation are completed within project deadlines.

Required Skills & Experience

* Proven experience in a CAD management, senior CAD technician, or technical design role.

* Advanced proficiency in CAD software and digital drafting tools.

* Strong experience producing and reviewing detailed construction and manufacturing drawings.

* Excellent understanding of CAD standards, drawing control, and document management processes.

* Experience creating cutting lists, material schedules, and production documentation.

* Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and implement process improvements.

* Strong knowledge of furniture manufacturing, joinery, cabinetry, or woodworking design principles is essential.

Qualifications

* Degree, HNC/HND, or professional certification in CAD, Engineering, Architecture, Product Design, Furniture Design, or a related discipline.

* Relevant industry experience within furniture manufacturing, woodworking, joinery, or bespoke interiors is highly desirable.

Desirable Skills

* Experience working within bespoke furniture, commercial interiors, or specialist joinery environments.

* Knowledge of CNC manufacturing processes and production workflows.

* Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production planning software.

* Experience managing design data and technical documentation within manufacturing environments
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed