Client-Facing CAD Draughtsperson (AutoCAD/Inventor)

Newgate; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Newgate Ltd in Newark is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to join our close-knit engineering team. You will compile drawings from front sheets and specifications, act as a customer liaison, and provide technical support to the shop floor and service departments.

Regular site meetings with clients are expected, and you will work with the design and sales teams to produce accurate drawings for estimating and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• ONC/BTEC or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• Competent in Autodesk AutoCAD 2D.
• Competent in Autodesk Inventor including iLogic.
• MS Office experience including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Compile drawings for client approval from front sheet, specification and information from BDMs.
• Act as customer liaison to resolve potential issues.
• Provide technical help and information to the Shop Floor and Service department.
• Attend site meetings with clients as required.
• Liaise with Design team to resolve production or development problems.
• Liaise with Sales team to provide technical support and drawings for estimating/sales purposes.
• Create bills of materials for manufacture.
• Amend and update existing drawings and control prints.
• Produce calculations to assist with designs for client approval.
• Assist the shop floor with technical problems.
• Manage projects when needed.
• Update technical documents and manuals when needed.
• Assist clients and engineers with telephone support.
• Working knowledge of fabrication and welding techniques.

Skills

Strong communicator

Plan and prioritise

Team player

Flexible attitude

Work under deadlines

Driving licence

Education

ONC/BTEC or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Inventor (iLogic)

MS Excel

Job description

Newgate Ltd in Newark is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to join our close-knit engineering team. You will compile drawings from front sheets and specifications, act as a customer liaison, and provide technical support to the shop floor and service departments.

Regular site meetings with clients are expected, and you will work with the design and sales teams to produce accurate drawings for estimating and manufacturing.