SolidWorks Draftsperson - Custom Truck Bodies & Accessories

Strike Services; Gosford; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Strike Services, an Australian company based in Lisarow, seeks a Draftsperson to join the Engineering Design Team to design custom truck bodies, vehicle accessories and components. You will work across concept, 3D modelling, fabrication and finished vehicle stages, turning ideas into production-ready designs.

Experience in the truck or heavy vehicle industry is preferred but not essential. Strong SolidWorks skills and a practical design mindset are required, with opportunities for long-term

Qualifications

• Drafting/Engineering qualification or relevant experience
• SolidWorks experience essential
• Strong understanding of drafting and design principles
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and manufacturing drawings
• Fabrication knowledge: steel & aluminium desirable
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and practical design approach
• Independent yet collaborative
• Excellent communication and organisation
• Truck/auto/heavy-vehicle experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks.
• Develop designs for custom truck bodies, trays, toolboxes, towbars, brackets and other vehicle components.
• Prepare manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Work closely with the engineering, fabrication and workshop teams to ensure designs are practical and suitable for manufacture.
• Modify and update existing designs based on customer requirements and feedback.
• Assist with the development of new products and continuous improvement of existing designs.
• Maintain accurate drawing documentation and revision control.
• Assist with design calculations and engineering documentation where required.
• Provide technical support to the workshop during fabrication and installation.
• Assist with technical drawings and information for quotations and customer requirements.
• Ensure designs consider relevant Australian vehicle standards, compliance requirements and manufacturing practices.

Skills

Drafting principles

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Drafting/Engineering qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Strike Services, an Australian company based in Lisarow, seeks a Draftsperson to join the Engineering Design Team to design custom truck bodies, vehicle accessories and components. You will work across concept, 3D modelling, fabrication and finished vehicle stages, turning ideas into production-ready designs.

Experience in the truck or heavy vehicle industry is preferred but not essential. Strong SolidWorks skills and a practical design mindset are required, with opportunities for long-term