CAD/CAM Designer (Signage & Cladding)📍 Location: East Kilbride
💰 Salary: Competitive
🕒 Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm
About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced CAD/CAM Designer to support the design and manufacture of signage and cladding systems. You will create accurate 2D & 3D drawings and CNC-ready files, ensuring designs are production-ready and aligned with fabrication capabilities.
This role is ideal for someone with strong 3D modelling skills and experience working with CNC routing, aluminium systems, and architectural drawings.
Key Responsibilities✔ Produce precise 2D & 3D CAD models for signage and cladding systems
✔ Generate CAM files, toolpaths, nesting layouts & cutting schedules
✔ Interpret architectural drawings, site surveys & client briefs
✔ Ensure designs are manufacturable and efficient for production
✔ Prepare fabrication packs, installation drawings & as-built documentation
✔ Liaise with project managers & production teams to resolve technical issues
✔ Follow UK standards, material specifications & quality procedures
Required Skills & Experience✔ Proven CAD/CAM design experience in signage, cladding, metalwork or fabrication
✔ Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor or Fusion 360
✔ Experience with CAM software such as AlphaCAM or Vectric
✔ Essential: Strong 3D modelling capability
✔ Understanding of CNC routing, folding & fabrication processes
✔ Knowledge of materials including ACM, aluminium, steel & acrylic
✔ Ability to read architectural drawings and produce manufacturing-ready designs
✔ High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
What We Offer✔ Competitive salary (based on experience)
✔ Stable, long-term position
✔ Opportunity to work on high-profile signage & facade projects
✔ Supportive team environment & career progression
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JDRGLASGOW
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
