Design Coordinator  Basildon Permanent | Full Time Salary Negotiable depending on experience A leading specialist fit-out contractor delivering commercial and high-end residential projects is looking for a Metalwork Pre-production Design Coordinator to join their in-house fabrication team.  The role is ideal for someone with strong AutoCAD 2D/3D skills and hands-on metal fabrication experience who understands how to take a design through to workshop manufacture.   Package Salary negotiable depending on experience Hours 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension Scheme Bonus Scheme EV Scheme Death in service benefit Personal accident cover Healthcare cash plan The Role You will manage the metalwork pre-production process, producing accurate manufacturing drawings and technical information to support fabrication and installation. Key Responsibilities Produce detailed AutoCAD 2D & 3D manufacturing drawings Create full production packs including cutting lists, CNC files and fabrication details Identify design clashes and resolve manufacturing challenges early Work closely with the Metalwork Manager and workshop team Draft CNC components and schedule materials Raise procurement requisitions for materials and components Provide practical fabrication input (welding, cutting, folding, assembly) Maintain accurate project trackers and attend internal review meetings Requirements Strong AutoCAD 2D & 3D experience – essential Hands-on background in bespoke metalwork fabrication and welding Solid understanding of workshop processes and manufacturing methods Experience producing production / manufacturing drawings Good IT skills including Microsoft Office Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Proactive, solutions-focused mindset Previous experience in a similar role preferred Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position. Apply now via the link