CAD Designer / Estimator

Job description

Fabrications Designer / Estimator

Poole, Dorset

£37,000 - £40,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturer and supplier within the construction industry, who are looking to add an experienced Fabrications Designer / Estimator to their team in Poole.

This is a great opportunity for someone with AutoCAD, SolidWorks and sheet metal experience who enjoys producing technical drawings, preparing estimates and working closely with customers and production teams.

The Role

You'll be responsible for creating accurate fabrication drawings, producing quotations and supporting projects from initial enquiry through to manufacture.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Producing detailed drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Preparing accurate estimates and quotations from architectural and technical drawings
• Updating CRM systems and project records
• Speaking with customers, suppliers and surveyors throughout projects
• Obtaining supplier quotations where required
• Supporting the fabrication team with technical queries
• Managing new enquiries and ensuring they are dealt with efficiently
• Keeping up to date with products, industry standards and technical information

What We're Looking For

• Experience using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Background in sheet metal or mechanical fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret technical or architectural drawings
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
• Previous CRM experience
• Strong numerical skills
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Able to manage your own workload effectively

Desirable:

• Adobe software experience
• SketchUp experience

What's On Offer?

• Salary of £37,000 - £40,000 DOE
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Private healthcare and dental cover
• Discretionary bonus
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

If you're an experienced Fabrications Designer / Estimator looking for your next opportunity with a growing and supportive business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Poole

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English