Role Overview:
Your Retreats Ltd is a leader in bespoke lodge design and manufacturing, committed to delivering luxury, innovative, and sustainable retreats. We are seeking a talented
CAD Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in creating detailed technical drawings and 3D models to bring our unique lodge designs to life, ensuring exceptional quality and precision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Development:
- Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for lodge designs using CAD software (Revit and Agacad)
- Develop SIP-specific designs utilizing AGACAD for accurate panel layouts, joinery, and assembly specifications
- Translate architectural concepts and specifications into precise technical drawings
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and interior designers to develop design concepts that align with client requirements
- SIP Panel Design:
- Create detailed manufacturing designs and layouts for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), ensuring accurate measurements and material specifications
- Work with the manufacturing team to streamline the production of SIP panels
- Ensure all designs are optimized for cost-effectiveness
- Custom Lodge Design:
- Design layouts, floor plans, elevations, and details for bespoke lodge projects, ensuring compliance with building codes and manufacturing standards
- Incorporate innovative features to enhance functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability of lodges
- Technical Documentation:
- Prepare production-ready technical drawings for manufacturing teams, including material specifications and construction details
- Maintain accurate records of design revisions and version control for all projects
- Project Coordination:
- Work closely with project managers to ensure designs meet deadlines, budget constraints, and technical feasibility
- Provide support during construction and manufacturing processes, addressing design-related queries
- Quality Assurance:
- Conduct regular checks to ensure design accuracy and adherence to company standards
- Evaluate and incorporate feedback from the buyer, production manager and engineers to refine designs
Requirements
Essential:
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g, Revit and Agacad)
- Strong technical drawing and 3D modeling skills
- Experience in architectural, interior, or industrial design (preferably within the lodge or modular building industry)
- Knowledge of building codes, manufacturing processes, and material specifications
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Desirable:
- Degree or diploma in Architectural Technology, Engineering, Product Design, or a related field
- Experience with sustainable design and materials
- Familiarity with project management tools and processes
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A creative and collaborative work environment
- The chance to work on unique, high-end lodge projects
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays
- Company Pension
- Enjoyable place to work
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT A REMOTE JOB ROLE.
To Apply:
Please send your CV, portfolio and a cover letter.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated CAD Designer to our team at Your Retreats Ltd.