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You can become a CAD Technician by completing an apprenticeship and you need to have 4-5 GCSEs (A-C) including Maths, English and Science. You can also gain CAD skills by taking courses in engineering, technology, manufacturing or computer-aided design at college.

What does a CAD Technician do?

A CAD Technician could work in 2D which is known as surface modelling or 3D design which is known as solid modelling. CAD Technician's use computer aided design systems to design and create plans for buildings and machinery. The job involves planning, project management and production of electronic technical drawings. Before CAD existed, draughtsman would have used a pen and paper and a drawing board.

Skills:

• Problem solving
• Creativity
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Time management
• Numeracy
• IT
• Ability to understand technical plans and drawings

Qualifications:

• Level 2 qualification in computer-aided design
• Apprenticeship

Career progression:

If being a CAD Technician interests you then you may also be interested in other areas such as:

• Building Services Technician
• Graphic Designer
• Product Designer
• Engineering or Industrial Designer
• Design Technician
• BIM Technician (Building Information Modelling)
• Architectural Technician

Salary:

• Trainee CAD Technicians: £14,600-£20,000
• Experienced CAD Technicians: £20,000-£35,000
• Senior or Chartered CAD Technicians: £35,000-£50,000

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