Location: Exeter, Abingdon or Remote/work from home
Salary: Attractive
Join Trinity Fire & Security Systems – Part of the PTSG Group
We’re looking for a confident and capable CAD professional to join our team, working on fire and security system designs for a high-profile clients and project works. If you enjoy seeing your work through from the early design stages right through to installation and ongoing support, this could be the ideal opportunity.
About the role
This isn’t just design in a vacuum — you’ll be working closely with engineers and project stakeholders, involved in project decisions, and part of a collaborative team that thrives on shared success. From producing detailed 2D drawings to supporting project delivery across live environments, your work will have real impact and visibility.
You’ll take full ownership of your designs, contributing from the earliest concept stages through to completion. Expect interesting challenges, a varied workload, and plenty of autonomy to shape the way each project is delivered.
This is a full time, permanent role, working 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday and can be based from our Exeter office (EX5 1AU), our Abingdon office (OX14 1RL) or alternatively from home.
What you’ll be doing
Producing high-quality CAD drawings (primarily 2D) using AutoCAD.
Managing drawing production across the full lifecycle of each project
Coordinating with engineers and project teams to ensure buildability and compliance
Following drawing standards to produce consistent, well-structured outputs
Acting as a key part of a friendly, experienced project team
What we’re looking for
We’re open to backgrounds — whether you’ve worked on MEP systems, fire and security installations, ductwork or anything similar, we’re really looking for someone with solid technical drawing skills and the right mindset.
You’ll need:
Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D essential) and familiarity with Revit/BIM
Experience producing commercial design work, ideally in MEP, fire & security, or similar fields
A hands-on approach and good problem-solving instincts
The ability to pass an enhanced DBS check
Experience or knowledge of fire and security system design is desirable but not essential — we can support the right person to learn on the job if you bring the core CAD skills and practical thinking.
What we offer
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Company vehicle and paid travel
Salary sacrifice Pension scheme
3 x salary Life Assurance
Employee assistance programme
A supportive working environment with real team spirit
About us
Trinity Fire & Security Systems has been delivering industry-leading services for over 28 years. As part of the PTSG Group, we’re continuing to grow and innovate across the UK. You’ll be joining a friendly, experienced team that is trusted by our clients and takes pride in what we do, supporting each other every step of the way.
Apply now
If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be trusted, challenged, and valued – not just a name on a drawing – we’d love to hear from you.
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Trinity’s mission statement is simple - to provide high quality design, installation, commissioning and long term after care of Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Life Safety and Security systems.
Trinity are one of the largest independent Fire, Life Safety & Security systems Integrators with regional offices across the UK providing a local service to National customers and the Trinity brand is widely recognised for the high quality service we deliver. The company is focused on developing long term customer relationships whereby our Technical Engineering teams and highly experienced Management & Administration teams are dedicated to supporting our clients.
We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of workmanship in order to meet the exacting standards and best practices within our industry. Our wealth of third party accreditation's and endorsements, including LPS 1014; BAFE SP201, LPS 1204 and BAFE SP101, are YOUR assurance that we meet the highest possible standards
Whatever the size or type of your business, Trinity Fire & Security Systems can give you the expert advice and service support that you need to ensure you are fully Compliant with the latest legislative requirements.
Why Trinity? Because we CARE!
