CAD Engineer

Glacier Energy; Dinnington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Glacier Energy is seeking a CAD Engineer/Draughtsperson to create technical drawings and plans from concept to design using SolidWorks, working with Project Engineers and the Engineering Director to ensure drawings meet project requirements and industry standards.

The role requires solid SolidWorks experience, a minimum of an HNC in mechanical engineering or drafting, and the ability to convert information into accurate 2D and 3D drawings for heat exchangers, pressure vessels and process

Qualifications

• SolidWorks experience is essential.
• Minimum HNC in mechanical engineering/draughting.
• Strong ability to convert verbal and written information into 2D/3D drawings for manufacturing heat exchangers, pressure vessels and process packages.

Responsibilities

• Create technical drawings and plans from concept to design using CAD software.
• Produce 3D model parts and assemblies with SolidWorks.
• Review customer specifications and translate into new designs.
• Generate and revise manufacturing drawings and BOMs to meet customer requirements.

Skills

SolidWorks

Draughting

Education

HNC Mechanical Engineering/Draughting

Tools

SolidWorks

Aessop

Job description

Glacier Energy delivers innovative solutions for the design, manufacture, inspection and repair of critical infrastructure and process equipment for energy and industrial markets.

Our Mechanical Solutions division provides support to energy and industrial sectors globally, specialising in mechanical products and services including heat exchanger repair and refurbishment and onsite machining.

Our in-house experts deliver high-quality repair, maintenance, re-engineering and bespoke mechanical solutions to meet our customers' requirements. The specialist services that we offer are designed to enhance asset performance, extend asset life and ensure safe, efficient operations.

As our capabilities are continuously evolving and adapting towards a more sustainable future, our team needs to grow. We are therefore focused on attracting the best talent and are dedicated to creating an environment where our staff are empowered, with the ability to develop. We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson. The role can be based in Aberdeen, Washington or Dinnington.

Role Purpose

To create technical drawings and plans using CAD software (Solidworks®) from concept to design solutions. Working closely with the Project Engineers and Engineering Director to ensure all drawings align with the project requirements and industry standards as well to the satisfaction of the Clients.

Accountability

• Taking designs from concept into practical design solutions
• Production of 3D model parts and assemblies using the latest Solidworks® software
• Review customer specifications and translate into new designs
• Generate and revise drawings where it is necessary to produce non-standard products to meet customer specification requirements
• Action and amend Bill of Materials (BOM) using Aessop software
• Action and amend manufacturing drawings
• Ensure that all work under the control of the CAD Engineer Draughtsperson is completed to agreed scheduled target dates and within agreed manhour budgets.
• To liaise with all relevant disciplines in the company as necessary on all aspects of drawing compliance
• To identify and inform the relevant disciplines within the company of long lead items, specifying where necessary, and to liaise with purchasing and suppliers on special requirements
• Take part in and contribute to design reviews of new and existing products
• Actively work with colleagues to continuously improve the Company’s working practices
• Work in a manner which protects the health, safety and welfare of self and others
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures including quality, safety, environmental and HR
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all matters relating to company business
• To carry out ad hoc duties as and when required

Experience

• Good experience of using Solidworks® is essential
• Sound educational background, minimum HNC mechanical engineering/ draughting
• Strong manufacturing/engineering background with the ability to convert verbal and written information into two- and three-dimensional drawings which will then be used for manufacturing heat exchangers, pressure vessels and process packages
• Sound engineering and technical knowledge with an excellent appreciation of manufacturing methods and processes
• Solid comprehension of engineering drawings and principles as well as a good understanding of the qualities of metals as well as other materials

Attributes

• Strong problem-solving ability coupled with a desire to come up with good practical solutions
• Excellent communication, numeracy and IT skills
• Capable of delivering high quality work to tight deadline with the minimum of supervision
• Accuracy and attention to detail are essential
• Team and goal orientated
• Confident to engage with all levels of the business
• Logical and analytical approach
• Efficient, with good attention to detail
• Willingness to learn from others and share best practice
• Thorough, tenacious and results orientated