CAD Designer / Senior Cad Designer - Building Services

  • Sale Group
  • Cheam, Surrey
  • 17/04/2026
Full time Construction Project Manager Architect and Design Mechanical / Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Sale Group is a leading family-owned building services company specialising in mechanical, public health, air conditioning, plumbing, maintenance, and related solutions across commercial and domestic projects. With our head office in Cheam and a growing team, we're committed to delivering high-quality services and investing in the next generation of talent.

We are seeking an experienced Senior CAD Designer to join our team in Cheam. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CAD professional to take a leading role in the delivery of high-quality building services designs within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce accurate and detailed 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD for mechanical and public health systems.
  • Lead the development and coordination of building services designs, ensuring integration with architectural and structural elements.
  • Prepare and review schematics, layouts, general arrangement drawings, and as-built drawings.
  • Manage design changes, carry out clash detection, and ensure full compliance with project specifications, standards, and regulations.
  • Mentor and support junior CAD staff and engineers, providing technical guidance and quality checking of drawings.
  • Utilise Revit for BIM modelling, coordination, and collaboration on multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Liaise with project engineers, site teams, and external consultants to resolve technical issues and optimise designs.

Requirements:

  • Significant practical experience (minimum 5+ years) as a CAD Designer or Technician within the building services / MEP sector.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, with strong experience producing mechanical and public health drawings.
  • Proven experience with Revit and BIM processes (essential); ability to manage models, families, and coordination workflows.
  • Degree, HNC/HND, or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, CAD, or a related field (or equivalent extensive experience).
  • Thorough understanding of UK building regulations, British Standards, and best practices in mechanical and public health systems.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English) with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, project managers, and clients.
  • Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, problem-solving ability, and a proactive, solution-focused attitude.
  • Right to work in the UK.

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience) with excellent potential for progression.
  • Supportive, family-oriented environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Modern office in Cheam with good transport links.
  • Exposure to a wide variety of interesting building services projects across commercial sector.

This role would suit a confident, senior CAD Designer looking to take ownership of technical delivery and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established company.

How to apply: Please send your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience.

We look forward to hearing from you!