Job Description
The Company\n\nOur client is a prestigious studio specialising in handcrafted furniture, lighting, and artwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, their designs reflect a deep-rooted heritage in antique dealing and fine art. By utilising traditional techniques such as lost-wax bronze casting and forged ironwork, each creation demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship and artistic flair.
The studio continues to innovate, producing timeless, nature-inspired pieces in their workshop.\n\nRequirements \n\nFor this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;\n\nBA (Hons) in Product Design, Architecture or equivalentIt is also preferable that you hold the experience below;\n\nPrevious experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)\nStrong background in architectural design, specifically in the interpretation and drafting of architectural floor plans and layouts\nPrevious experience in a CAD design role or similar for over 2 years, ideally within a manufacturing or design-driven environmentAdditional skills; \n\nExcellent analytical abilities\nStrong communication skills, both written and verbal\nProficient utilisation in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)\nStrong time-management skills with the capacity to effectively prioritise tasks\nKnowledge of lighting products or experience in lighting design is advantageous\nStrong and established understanding of materials, finishes and fabrication methods\nSolid understanding of the design and manufacturing process (particularly in metalwork)\nExcellent attention to detail, ensuring precision and uniformity in all documentation and designs\nAdvanced proficiency in utilising Autodesk's Product Design & Manufacturing Collection, including expertise in AutoCAD and Inventor Professional\nCapable of working efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines while consistently delivering high-quality resultsThe Role\n\nJob Title: Junior CAD Designer\nJob Type: Permanent\nLocation: London (Tottenham) \nReporting to: CAD DesignerDuties\n\nModify and refresh existing CAD models and drawings as needed\nPrepare technical documentation and create presentation materials\nPrepare precise and thorough installation manuals for new products\nWork closely with engineering teams to improve and enhance designs\nEnsure designs align with industry standards and project requirements\nDevelop precise 2D/3D representations based on the provided design requirements\nSupport senior designers in the creation and development of product ideas and prototypes\nReview and interpret architectural plans from clients, producing detailed drawings as required\nAcquire a detailed understanding of the materials and manufacturing techniques utilized by the company, including the production of lighting and the creation of metal furniture, working with materials such as glass, bronze, brass, steel, and stone\nGenerate accurate CAD and production drawings based on architectural plans, including the ability to measure existing products, gather precise dimensions, and accurately represent them in the drawings\nCoordinate with internal teams and external collaborators to build and maintain professional, positive relationships, ensuring effective communication and collaboration\nPay close attention to detail, form, and finish while ensuring the effective and secure management of design documentation and overseeing database operations efficiently and safely\nCreate precise and clear technical manufacturing drawings and proposal visuals for clients, ensuring high quality and attention to detail\nDesign custom solutions or create tailored drawings based on the standard product lineup and new product ideas\nPrepare and present detailed product drawings for production, ensuring they are clear, accurate, and ready for manufacturing\nCreate floor plans and modify architectural drawings as needed to ensure seamless integration of products into client layouts\nCompare prototypes with technical manufacturing supplier drawings to ensure they meet required specifications and are accurate\nCollaborate with the manufacturing team, ensuring client requirements and expectations are clearly understood and met\nEnsure the design database is consistently refreshed and managed, providing stakeholders with the latest, accurate informationBenefits\n\n31 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)\nBirthday day off\nBonus holiday after 1 year service\nCompany sick pay\nPension\nCycle to Work Scheme\nEmployee assistance programme\nEmployee referral scheme\nEmployee appreciation programme\nRegular socials\nTraining and development opportunities and many moreThis is a permanent position with an excellent salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Ollie Foley - Recruitment Consultant at Caval on (phone number removed)