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CAD Technician – Help Design the Infrastructure of Clean Transport

Hybrid | Permanent | Up to £30k Salary + 15% Bonus + Benefits

Are you a detail-oriented CAD Technician with a passion for sustainable design and clean transport? Want to see your drawings come to life as part of a national effort to decarbonise UK logistics and freight?

A fast-growing clean energy infrastructure company — backed by major funding and a mission to build a greener future — is developing a nationwide network of multi-fuel hubs to power electric, hydrogen, and biofuel commercial vehicles. They're now looking for a CAD Technician to join the design team bringing these ambitious projects to life.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a key member of the in-house engineering team, you’ll support the end-to-end design process of low-carbon infrastructure projects — from early-stage concepts to detailed, construction-ready plans.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Producing detailed 2D and 3D drawings for civil and site layouts
• Supporting planning applications with accurate, high-quality CAD visuals
• Creating drainage layouts, access roads, vehicle tracking and site flow designs
• Collaborating with engineers, planners, and commercial teams
• Updating and maintaining CAD libraries and drawing standards
• Assisting across RIBA Stages 1–4 to bring innovative hub designs to life

What You’ll Need:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D, Revit or similar tools a plus)
• Experience in civil/site layout drawings, drainage, and utilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings
• A collaborative mindset with great communication skills
• Interest in sustainability, transport, or clean infrastructure projects
• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, CAD Design or related discipline (or equivalent experience)

What’s on Offer:

• Hybrid working (2–3 days in-office)
• Up to 15% annual bonus
• Enhanced pension, private health, dental, and life insurance
• A mission-led team shaping the future of clean commercial transport
• Real progression opportunities as the company scales nationally
• The chance to work on UK-first infrastructure projects with real-world impact

Company Description

Prefab Steel is based in Shoreham by Sea and is a well established business that specializes in high quality, bespoke steel construction. To view our website and the services we offer, please click the below link:

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Shoreham by Sea for a Computer Aided Design Drafter. The role involves preparing and creating accurate technical drawings for fabrication using AutoCAD where you will be collaborating with engineers and our in house team to ensure designs meet project specifications. The drafter will ensure that all drawings are in compliance with industry and company standards and a background / solid understanding of the steel industry is a must.

Qualifications

• Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, and Drawing skills
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
• Attention to detail and accuracy in creating drawings
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant certifications or degrees in a related field are beneficial

Job Title: CAD Designer

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are currently seeking a CAD Designer to join a growing engineering team in Peterborough. This role will involve working on a variety of design projects, producing accurate drawings and models to support manufacturing and engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs using SolidWorks
• Work closely with engineers and project teams to translate concepts into accurate manufacturing drawings
• Support the development of new products and improvements to existing designs
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs) and associated documentation
• Ensure designs meet technical requirements, quality standards, and deadlines

Requirements:

• Proficiency in SolidWorks (essential)
• Previous experience as a CAD Designer or in a similar design role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drawings
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Based local to Peterborough
• Full UK Driving license and car

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or contact Charlotte White at for further details.

CAD Engineer – Pre-Construction

About the Role

At Harmony Fire, our work saves lives. As a CAD Engineer within our Pre-Construction team, you will play a key role in producing accurate technical drawings that underpin the success of every project. By translating design calculations and layouts into precise 2D and 3D drawings, you will provide the clarity and consistency that gives our clients confidence in our professionalism and technical capability.

This is a detail-driven role requiring speed, accuracy, and collaboration. Working closely with designers and estimators, you will ensure every drawing is presented with precision and reflects the requirements of each project — from mechanical and electrical systems to sprinklers and fire protection layouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D drawings for mechanical, electrical, and sprinkler installations
• Translate design calculations and layouts into detailed technical drawings for pre-construction and bid packages
• Coordinate services with architectural and structural constraints to ensure buildable solutions
• Maintain drawing standards, ensuring consistency, precision, and professional presentation
• Manage drawing revisions, including version control, file naming, and record-keeping
• Support estimators by providing drawing outputs that aid in quantity take-offs and accurate costing
• Assist with the preparation of professional bid packages and technical submissions
• Collaborate closely with designers and estimators to ensure all drawings reflect project requirements and quantities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CAD standards and workflows within the team

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience producing technical drawings in a construction, M&E, or fire protection environment
• Strong CAD skills (2D essential; 3D desirable), with the ability to produce clear, accurate layouts under time pressure
• Knowledge of building services, including mechanical, electrical, and sprinkler systems
• Sharp attention to detail with a do it right first time attitude
• Highly organised, with strong version control and documentation discipline
• Ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines and manage drawing revisions effectively
• A collaborative mindset — comfortable working with estimators, designers, and project managers
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to develop within a growing pre-construction team

What We Look For in Our People

At Harmony Fire, we live by our values:

• Athlete’s Grit – we push ourselves and each other to be the best
• Captain’s Duty – we take ownership, act with integrity, and deliver on promises
• Fun Loving Heart – we celebrate success and enjoy the journey together

By understanding and embodying these values, you will not only contribute to our company’s success but also thrive personally and professionally.

Why Work for Harmony Fire

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Bespoke Personal Development Plan for every employee
• Ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring
• Spacious and modern workspaces with state-of-the-art facilities

Benefits

• Lunch, snacks, and refreshments all provided, including fresh fruit and ‘Takeaway Friday’
• Unlimited holiday provision
• Bonus scheme – opportunity to earn up to 50% of annual salary
• Team socialising budget for all employees
• Private Medical cover
• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reward and Recognition scheme – European mini-breaks on offer
• Two company events each year
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Harmony Fire is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

We want everyone who works with us to feel valued and to make a difference.

Are you ready to join us?

• Define and execute the technical vision and strategy for the company's software products.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire multiple software engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from ideation and design to development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Drive best practices in software engineering, including agile methodologies, code quality, testing, CI/CD, and DevOps.
• Manage and optimize resource allocation, budgets, and project timelines for engineering initiatives.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent, building a strong and diverse engineering organization.
• Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other stakeholders to define product roadmaps and ensure successful delivery.
• Champion technical excellence, innovation, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of the company's software platforms.
• Develop and implement performance management processes for the engineering team.
• Represent the engineering department in executive leadership meetings and communicate technical strategy effectively.
• Mitigate technical risks and resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages growth and development.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (e.g., Engineering Manager, Director).
• Proven track record of successfully building, scaling, and managing high-performing software engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of modern software architecture, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), and distributed systems.
• Expertise in agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Strong experience with various programming languages and technologies relevant to the company's stack.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Experience with microservices architecture and API design is highly desirable.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.

• Participate in intensive virtual training modules covering programming languages, software development methodologies, and best practices.
• Work alongside experienced mentors and senior engineers in a collaborative online environment.
• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Learn to identify and resolve software defects and issues.
• Gain exposure to various stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Develop strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Utilise version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Engage in regular virtual team meetings, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Build a professional portfolio of completed projects.
• Work towards achieving industry-recognized certifications upon completion of the apprenticeship.

• Have a passion for technology and a keen interest in software development.
• Possess strong analytical and logical reasoning skills.
• Are excellent communicators and team players, able to collaborate effectively in a remote setting.
• Are self-disciplined, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Hold a minimum of (e.g., 5 GCSEs grade A*-C, including Maths and English) or equivalent qualification.
• Are legally eligible to work in the UK and can commit to the full duration of the apprenticeship.