Computer-aided design (CAD) technicians use software to design buildings, machinery, goods and components.
£15,000 Starter
to£35,000 Experienced
39 to 41 a week
between 8am and 6pm
You can get into this job through:
You could start by doing a higher national diploma or degree that includes computer-aided design work. For example:
You'll usually need:
You could train in computer-aided design by taking a college course like:
You'll usually need:
You could complete an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship in engineering, manufacturing or construction. The exact apprenticeship you take will depend on your job role but there are several that include computer-aided design work.
You'll usually need:
Some colleges may specialise in particular computer-aided design packages, for example:
You can find more details about working and training in computer-aided design through Go Construct and The Institution of Engineering Designers.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day tasks could include:
You could work on a construction site or in an office.
With experience, you could register with the Engineering Council to get Engineering Technician (EngTech) status.
You could become a team or section leader, project manager or site manager. With further training, you could become a design or software engineer.
You could work freelance.