Draftsperson

Chess Engineering Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Full Time Offer

Finish Early Fridays

Birthday off

Supportive team environment

Parking or transit nearby

Job summary

Chess Engineering head office based in Leppington NSW seeks a Draftsperson to produce and maintain accurate drawings using CAD and Autodesk Inventor. You will translate engineering designs into technical plans, prepare BOMs, and support project processing while liaising with the Project Manager to meet client requirements.

Experience with drafting qualifications and on-site work at Leppington is essential. Join a team that values collaboration, safety, and quality in a long-standing,

Qualifications

• Drafting qualifications (Cert 4+ in drafting or engineering)
• Previous drafting experience
• Experience using CAD software, including Autodesk Inventor
• Experience liaising with workshop to verify job progress
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Adaptable to changing work environment and competing demands
• Ability to work on site at Leppington and visit client sites

Responsibilities

• Create and revise drawings by hand or CAD
• Interpret technical specs to design project-appropriate products
• Translate designs into accurate technical drawings and plans using CAD
• Prepare BOMs to support material procurement and job processing
• Develop detailed design drawings for mechanical equipment, dies/tools, and controls using CAD (Autodesk Inventor)
• Coordinate with Project Manager to develop layouts and components, resolving design issues
• Review specs, sketches, drawings to assess design factors and procedures

Skills

Drafting experience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

On-site collaboration

Adaptability

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

Cert 4 in drafting or Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Chess Engineering head office based in Leppington NSW, is an Australian-owned company with over 50 years of experience in the heavy engineering industry. We specialise in providing comprehensive engineering solutions, including complex fabrication, precision machining, and specialised welding services.

Our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has made us a trusted partner for clients in diverse sectors such as government, defense, infrastructure, mining, and transportation.

At Chess Engineering, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where every team member plays a crucial role in our success. We are dedicated to your professional growth and development and are proud to offer a workplace that values skill, dedication, and teamwork. www.chessindustries.com.au

About the Draftsperson Role

The Draftsperson is responsible for preparing and maintaining accurate technical drawings and designs to support engineering and project requirements at Chess. The role involves using CAD and Inventor software to translate engineering designs and specificationsinto technical accurate drawings. Assist with material quoting, project processing, and contributing to the delivery of a high-quality client experience.

Key Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Create and revise drawings, by hand or using CAD software

• Interpret technical specifications to design products appropriate to each project

• Use CAD software to translate engineering designs into accurate technical drawings and plans

• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support material procurement and job processing

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies/tools, and controls, using computer-assisted design (CAD) software, including Autodesk Inventor

• Coordinate and consult with the Project Manager to develop layouts, detail components and systems, and resolve design or other problems/issues

• Review and analyse specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs, procedures and instructions

About You!!

• Relevant drafting qualifications (Cert 4 and above in drafting or Engineering qualification)

• Previous drafting experience

• Experience using CAD software, including Autodesk Inventor

• Experience in liaising with workshop verifying job progress

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Adaptable to changing work environment and competing demands

• Ability to work well independently and with a team

• Good problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work on site at Leppington and visiting our clients sites

Why Join Chess Engineering?

• Permanent Full Time Offer - Job Security in a well-established company

• Finish Early every Friday

• Your Birthday off on Chess

• Supportive team environment - we work together to foster success

• Free onsite parking or 20 in walk to Leppington station Bus Stops near by

We are not requiring assistance from agencies at this time.

Chess Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.