Overview
CAD technicians produce the technical drawings that turn engineering and architectural designs into buildable documentation. Employers hiring junior CAD technicians want to see that you can produce accurate, well-organised drawings to recognised standards, and that you can work within a team's drawing management system. Speed and accuracy matter more than creative design ability. Proficiency in AutoCAD is expected, and increasingly Revit (for BIM) is a requirement.
This resume belongs to Chloe Sharma, an HND Engineering (CAD/CAM) graduate from Teesside University who completed a 6 month work placement at a regional architectural practice. She produced 35 technical drawings in AutoCAD and Revit, contributed to 4 planning application submissions, and maintained the practice's drawing register covering over 200 active drawings across 12 projects.
What Makes This Resume Work
Drawing output is quantified and linked to real submissions. Producing 35 drawings that contributed to 4 planning applications shows that Chloe's work was used for a formal purpose, not just practice exercises. This is the most persuasive evidence a junior CAD technician can present.
Drawing register management demonstrates organisational ability. Maintaining a register of 200+ drawings across 12 projects shows that Chloe understands document control and can manage the administrative side of CAD work, which is critical in any design office.
BIM capability adds future-proofing. Revit experience, in addition to AutoCAD, shows that Chloe is prepared for the shift towards BIM that is now standard on public sector projects and increasingly required in the private sector.
Key Takeaways
Junior CAD technicians should quantify their drawing output with counts and reference the standards they draw to (BS 1192, BS 8541, or the practice's internal standards). Mention the types of drawings produced (general arrangement, detail, section, elevation) and the sectors they relate to. Revit and BIM Level 2 experience is increasingly essential. An EngTech registration pathway through ICE, IMechE, or another relevant body demonstrates professional ambition beyond technician-level work.

























































































































































































































































