Junior CAD Technician 2025

As a Junior CAD Technician at Matalan, you’ll work with the Store Development team to prepare and complete plans for store Refurbishments, New Stores, and any ad hoc works as necessary to support the overriding business development plans.

Here's some of the work you'll be part of:

Initially this role will focus on our refit plans.

• Design and develop detailed briefs for each project, ensuring they are kept updated as the project progresses.
• Work up detailed plans and drawings for each project including General Arrangements, RCP, Flooring, elevations along with necessary co-ordination.
• Create detailed specifications, analysing and advising on suitable materials to be used for each project.
• Work closely with all internal stakeholders to keep them informed and up to date on the progress.
• Co-ordinate and manage all design information and drawings for a project, from the Pre-Construction stage, all the way to Practical application and completion.

About you

• A strong interest in learning AutoCAD.
• Some familiarity with REVIT would be useful but is not required.
• An interest in retail design, construction, or shop fit-outs would be an advantage.
• Willingness to learn about building regulations and how they apply to design.
• Comfortable using IT, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to think creatively and spot ways to improve store layouts.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organised, with a positive approach to teamwork and problem-solving.
• Any experience in project management would be a bonus but is not essential.

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% colleague discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business

About Matalan

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here on our careers site.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.