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Posted 07 August, 2026

Computer Aided Design Designer

Tait Francis
Derby, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

CAD Designer / Design Manager

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£40,000 – £50,000 DOE + Progression to Design Manager

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Commutable from Derby, Uttoxeter, Stoke, Burton, Matlock etc

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Are you a CAD Designer or Project Manager from a bespoke joinery background, looking for a clear route to Design Manager with a competitive package, autonomy to make your mark and high-end projects, at a business backed to grow?

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As the go-to CAD Designer, you'll take ownership of the development of manufacture-ready drawings across a broad range of bespoke joinery projects - working closely with internal teams to ensure every design is accurate, practical and ready for production.

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Following a recent acquisition and significant financial backing, this joinery manufacturer is entering an exciting new chapter - full order book, bright future and a real opportunity to help shape it. You’ll support the roll-out of 3D CAD software across the business and help build the drawing office team, with a clear scope to progress to Design Manager as the department grows.

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If you're a CAD Designer or Project Manager with a joinery background looking to progress into a Manager role, this could be a great fit.

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The Role 📐

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%AA; Produce client approval and manufacture-ready drawings

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%AA; Detailing across exterior and interior joinery projects

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%AA; Carry out detailed site surveys for bespoke joinery projects

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%AA; Interpret architects' drawings, specifications and customer requirements

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%AA; Support the implementation of 3D CAD software and new standards

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%AA; Clear scope to progress to Design Manager as the drawing office team grows

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The Person '05;

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%AA; Background in bespoke joinery, furniture or similar

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%AA; Strong CAD experience, 2D and 3D

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%AA; Happy to do site surveys as and when required

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Benefits 🎁

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%AA; Progression to Design Manager

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%AA; Join a business with a full order book and strong financial backing

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%AA; Potential for some hybrid working, following a successful probation

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%AA; Genuine influence over software, standards and process as the department is built

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