Junior Cad Technician

Job Title: Junior CAD Assistant Salary: £27,500 Location: Washington, UK Benefits: * Opportunity to work in a growing ambitious company looking to double revenue. * Opportunity for progression within a growing engineering group. * Supportive environment for graduate development. * Exposure to a variety of engineering and manufacturing projects. * Ongoing training and development. The Company: We are partnering with Q-Laser, part of the SST Group, which includes Q-Laser and Dyer Engineering, in their search for a Junior CAD Assistant. Q-Laser operates within a growing and successful UK-based engineering and manufacturing group that delivers high-quality fabrication and engineering services across a range of industries. With strong financial backing and ambitious plans to double revenue in the next 3–5 years, this is an exciting time to join the business. Q-Laser specialises in laser cutting, water-jet cutting, and fabrication solutions, offering employees the opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior CAD Assistant to join a business that is committed to investing in people and developing future engineering talent. Job Description: As a Junior CAD Assistant, you will support the engineering and design team in producing accurate CAD drawings and technical documentation for a variety of manufacturing projects. This role is ideally suited to a degree-qualified mechanical engineering graduate with some hands-on CAD experience, looking to build a long-term career in design and engineering. Key responsibilities include: * Producing 2D CAD drawings using industry-standard software. * Assisting with design modifications in line with client and production requirements. * Collaborating with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable. * Supporting projects from initial concept through to final production. * Maintaining accurate design records and documentation. This Junior CAD Assistant role offers excellent exposure to real engineering projects and the opportunity to develop technical expertise within a supportive team environment. Skills & Experience: * Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline). * 1–2 years’ industry experience in a CAD or design role (including placements). * Strong CAD skills (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar). * Good understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes. * Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to step into a Junior CAD Assistant role within a growing organisation. If you are a Junior CAD Assistant looking to develop your CAD design skills and progress your engineering career, this role offers strong long-term prospects