CAD Draughtsman

Hunter Plastic Surgery; Insch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the structural steel sector seeks a CAD Draughtsman with expertise in producing accurate technical drawings and liaising with clients and engineers. This onsite role offers a competitive pay rate and requires proficiency in CAD software, particularly Autodesk Inventor. Applicants should be detail-oriented and capable of handling multiple projects efficiently.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

ASAP start

Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel or fabrication industry required.
• Familiarity with integrated plate databases and nesting software is a plus.
• Capable of working under tight deadlines and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Producing fabrication and construction drawings, material take-offs, and cutting lists.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders on drawing requirements.
• Confirming drawing approvals with clients before final release.

Skills

Proficient in CAD software

Strong communication skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Understanding of nesting principles

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Are you a CAD Draughtsman with a sharp eye for detail and proven experience in structural steel? Comfortable producing accurate fabrication drawings, nesting for CNC/profile cutting, and liaising with engineers, project managers, and clients? Then this could be the role for you!

As a CAD Draughtsman, you will be responsible for producing high-quality, accurate, and practical technical drawings to support the design, fabrication, and construction of structural steel projects. You will work closely with internal teams, clients, and suppliers to ensure all drawing and nesting requirements are delivered efficiently and to the required standard.

Benefits

• Payrate - £14p/hr - £17.50p/hr DOE
• Temporary position - ASAP Start
• Monday to Friday - Full time
• 42.5hrs per week
• Onsite based role
• Location: Colpy, Insch
  
  

Role & Responsibilities

• Promoting and adhering to the company's Integrated Management System and QHSE policies.
• Supporting a safe working environment by applying safe practices and procedures.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders (Project Engineers, Project Managers, Managing Director) on drawing requirements for live contracts.
• Producing fabrication and construction drawings, material take-offs, and cutting lists.
• Conducting drawing feasibility checks at various stages of each project.
• Efficiently nesting structural components for RPC and CNC profile cutting machines.
• Managing communication with clients and suppliers on design-related issues.
• Responding to client queries alongside the Project Manager and Managing Director.
• Ensuring all work complies with internal quality standards and procedures.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth handovers and understanding of technical requirements.
• Confirming drawing approvals with clients before final release.
• Supporting continuous improvement and contributing to wider business needs.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficient in CAD software relevant to structural steel and fabrication.
• Experience using Autodesk Inventor (or equivalent 3D modelling software).
• Strong communication skills for liaising with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
• Capable of working to tight deadlines and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of nesting principles for CNC and profile cutting equipment.
• Experience in structural steel or fabrication industry.
• Familiarity with integrated plate databases and nesting software.
• Working knowledge of QHSE regulations and Integrated Management Systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  

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