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Contract Technical Designer - SolidWorks IR35 Status: Out
Hourly - Circa 40 DOE
Contract Term - 6 months
Location - Remote
Join a leading design and manufacturing business specialising in high-quality, bespoke interior solutions for commercial sectors including retail, hospitality, and workplace environments. Combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced production techniques, the company operates from a modern facility that fosters collaboration and innovation.
We are seeking a Contract Technical Designer who is proficient in creating detailed 3D models using SolidWorks, as well as 2D technical drawing packs for manufacture. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong background in joinery within the commercial sector and be able to provide your own SolidWorks licence and CAD-capable hardware. This is a fully remote role, with an expectation to meet the team initially, and then approximately once every 4 to 6 weeks.
Responsibilities, but are not limited to
- Create detailed 3D CAD models using SolidWorks and SWOOD, along with precise setting-out drawings for bespoke joinery, metalwork, and fit-out elements
- Produce clear and timely drawing packs for client approvals, internal manufacturing, and subcontractor use
- Translate architectural drawings and design briefs into buildable solutions aligned with RIBA Stage 4 requirements
- Annotate and issue drawings for procurement BOQ (Bill of Quantities) and maintain accurate, up-to-date drawing registers
- Collaborate with project managers, production teams, and subcontractors to ensure design intent is maintained from concept through to installation
- Lead design on assigned projects and contribute collaboratively across multiple active project streams
- Support the integration of complex elements such as lighting, AV, graphics, textiles, and other specialist finishes
- Ensure all design outputs are optimised for CNC/CAM manufacturing and workshop capabilities
- Drive continuous improvement by engaging with production, refining design processes, and supporting the advancement of SWOOD/CAM capabilities
Experiences required
- Proficient in creating 3D CAD models using SolidWorks
- Experience using SolidWorks SWOOD is highly advantageous
- Proven experience as a Technical or Product Designer within bespoke manufacturing, joinery, or interior fit-out sectors, ideally including museum, exhibition, or stage/set environments
- Skilled in producing detailed, production-ready technical drawings (DFM) and working accurately from architectural plans
- Must provide own SolidWorks license
- Must provide own CAD hardware
