Draughtsman

Our client, a well-established fabrication business in the Knottingley area, seek to appoint a Draughtsman to work alongside the design, production and workshop teams.

The business design, manufacture and install architectural metalwork covering staircases, balustrades, canopies, balconies, mezzanines and bespoke work. The appointed Draughtsman will be responsible for developing and delivering design solutions to meet customers expectations in line with current regulations, supplier parameters and job budgets.

Draughtsman - Role and Responsibilities:

Creating accurate technical drawings using SolidWorks based on given measurements, specifications and calculations for steel fabrication – platforms, staircases, mezzanines etc.
Support the Design Engineer with on site visits
Develop technical solutions based on customer briefs and specifications and develop these to a stage where they can be manufactured and installed.
Deliver compliant designs to the Production Manager that meets quality, cost and time objectives.
Perform calculations for materials and weight limitations.
Eliminate all errors and incorporates feedback and improvements into the design.
Produce manufacturing drawings that are clear and user friendly.
Prepare quotes and provide lists of materials and quantities required.
Draughtsman - Skills and Abilities:

Mechanical engineering qualification and at least two years design experience
Conversant with SolidWorks
Metal fabrication experience
Draughtsman, Design Engineer, Fabrication, Architectural Metalwork, SolidWorks