Trainee CAD Technician

Lucion Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical firm in Gateshead seeks a Trainee CAD Technician to join their Operational Delivery team. This permanent, full-time role is perfect for detail-oriented individuals eager to learn CAD skills with no prior experience required. Responsibilities include producing 2D technical plans, collaborating on larger projects, and receiving extensive mentorship. The position offers an initial salary of £25,400 with opportunities for professional development and various employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Techscheme – vouchers towards commuting or home tech

Healthcare Cash Plan

Enhanced family leave

Option to buy extra holiday

Training & development

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD or DraftSight is desirable.
• Education should be at GCSE level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Produce and annotate 2D technical site plans.
• Work accurately and consistently to meet technical requirements.
• Support the wider Operational Delivery team as needed.

Skills

Detail-focused

Organised

Proactive approach to learning

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

Job description

# Trainee CAD Technician **Trainee CAD Technician** *(Learning the skill. Building the detail. Supported from day one.)*At **Lucion**, our drawings don’t just look neat — they help teams work safely, accurately, and efficiently on real sites across the UK. We’re a purpose-driven, beyond net-zero business working across 12 sectors worldwide, and we believe technical skills are best built through **proper training, real projects, and supportive people**.We’re now looking for a **Trainee CAD Technician** to join our growing **Operational Delivery team** at our **Team Valley office in Gateshead**. This is a **full-time, permanent, entry-level role** — no previous CAD experience required. If you’re detail-focused, organised, and keen to learn a specialist skill with long-term career prospects, this could be your start. **What You’ll Be Learning** This is a hands-on trainee role where you’ll learn CAD skills on the job, supported by a senior mentor and a full technical team. You’ll combine day-to-day experience with specialist training modules — learning not just *how* to draw, but *why* precision matters.* Produce and annotate **2D technical site plans** using **DraftSight / AutoCAD*** Create plans, elevations, technical details, and building layouts to a professional standard* Work accurately and consistently, ensuring drawings meet quality and technical requirements* Collaborate on larger projects while also managing individual tasks confidently* Generate and review survey reports* Enter and maintain data across multiple systems, including **NexGen*** Communicate clearly with clients, managers, and colleagues* Work to deadlines and contribute to meeting KPIs — without cutting corners* Support the wider Operational Delivery team as needed* Be starting your career, changing direction, or looking for a technical role with progression* Enjoy structured, detail-driven work* Be comfortable working independently while valuing team collaboration* Take pride in accuracy and consistency* Be organised, reliable, and calm under pressure* Have a proactive approach to learning and improving* Educated to **GCSE level or equivalent*** Experience with **AutoCAD or DraftSight** is desirable, but absolutely not essential* Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems* Full training provided, including industry-leading modules and mentoring* Opportunity to gain **professional qualifications** and authorisation as a qualified CAD Technician **The Perks (Because Learning Comes With Benefits Too)** We support our people as carefully as we support our projects. You can expect:* **Techscheme** – vouchers towards commuting or home tech* **Starting Salary**of £25,400 – including yearly salary reviews* **Healthcare Cash Plan** – help with everyday healthcare costs* **Enhanced family leave** – because life happens* **Option to buy extra holiday** – time off actually matters* **Training & development** – real skills, real progression, real careers* **Flexible working**, backed by a business that genuinely cares Because technical skills open doors. Because learning properly beats learning fast. And because great CAD technicians are built — not expected to appear fully formed.**Lucion. Purpose-led. People-focused. Building skills that last.** ### Trainee CAD Technician* **Salary** £ 25400 - £ 25400* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** lucion/TP/93/674* **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 31 March, 2026* **Job Category** Operational Support* **Business Unit** Hazardous Materials* **Location** The Arrow, Gateshead, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 12 January, 2026