Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.
Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.
Job DescriptionCAD Engineer Jobs in Andover at Stannah - Join Our Team!
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced CAD Engineer / Drawing Office Engineer to join Stannah Lifts Limited in our New Lifts division based in Andover. This is a fantastic role for someone with a background in the lift industry who is keen to take ownership and make a real impact. Applicants should be based within a commutable distance of our Andover office.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in bringing projects to life — producing high-quality builder’s work drawings and ensuring seamless handover to manufacturing.
You’ll be a central point of contact, confidently handling technical queries from customers, supporting the Sales Team with your expertise, and getting involved in site surveys and customer visits.
We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and self-sufficient individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills are essential, as you’ll be engaging with stakeholders at all levels. A solid understanding of the construction industry is also key to success in this role.
To excel as a Drawing Office Engineer, you’ll need to confidently interpret engineering drawings and be highly proficient across a range of CAD packages. A keen eye for detail and a methodical, structured approach to your work will set you apart. Experience or knowledge of vertical transportation systems — including passenger lifts, platform lifts, goods lifts, and microlifts — is essential.
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:15 and Friday 08:30 - 13:30
Drawing Office Engineer Responsibilities :
- Produce builders work drawings and resolve issues with the customer
- Issue instructions to the manufacturing teams and suppliers
- Review the As Sold / Sales Selector Sheet, Survey and/or architect’s details
- Communicate and clearly document all changes to the product to the customer
- Work with the sales and operations Teams and scheduler so that any potential delays are picked up
- Work with a small team to ensure the customer’s deadlines are achieved
Please see the full job description here: Drawing Office engineer job description
QualificationsDrawing Office Engineer Requirements:
- Auto CAD 2017
- Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of vertical transportation systems, i.e. Platform Lifts, Goods Lifts, Micolifts, Passenger Lifts.
If you have a strong background in technical design and a passion for producing accurate, high‑quality engineering drawings, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for someone who can take ownership of design documentation, support project teams with precise CAD outputs, and collaborate closely with engineers, clients, and colleagues to deliver well‑executed technical solutions.
Whether you see yourself as a Drawing Office Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, Design Draughtsperson, or Technical Design Engineer, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise and play a key part in shaping successful projects.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, click “Apply Now” to send us your CV or get in touch for more information.
Benefits Include:
- Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
- Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
- SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
- Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
- Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
- Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
#LDS
Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.
We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.
Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.
Skills Required
- AutoCAD 2017
- Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of vertical transportation systems (platform lifts, goods lifts, microlifts, passenger lifts)
- Background/experience in the lift industry
- Ability to produce builders' work drawings and handover to manufacturing
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Proactive, organised, self-sufficient work approach
- Based within commutable distance of Andover (office-based role)
- Appropriate right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
What We Do
Stannah is a global, family-owned manufacturing and engineering company founded in 1867. They specialize in the design, production, and service of mobility solutions, including stairlifts, homelifts, lifts, and escalators. Their mission is to make life easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone by improving access for greater convenience and independence through their range of products and maintenance services.
