Design Drafter

Premier Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in product design and manufacturing seeks a Draughtsman to join their team in Southampton. The role focuses on using CAD software to create detailed technical drawings and liaise directly with clients and manufacturing providers. Ideal candidates will be HNC/HND qualified, possess 0-3 years' experience, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in Design / CAD Operation.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Producing fabrication drawings to bespoke requirements.
• Communicating with clients to define project requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

2D CAD software proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree in Design, Engineering or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

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Business Leader in Mechanical Engineering Recruitment | Built High-Performing Teams | 150+ Placements Across South UK in Robotics, Aerospace…

ROLE- Draughtsman

LOCATION- Southampton

TERM- Permanent

My client is a specialist product designer and manufacturer. They are looking for a Draughtsman to join their team in Southampton on a permanent basis.

The Draughtsman will ideally have the following attributes:

• HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Design, Engineering or similar
• 0-3 years’ or more of experience in a similar Design / CAD Operation position
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication and welded parts
• Be proficient using 2D CAD software such as AutoCAD
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Draughtsman role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Producing fabrication drawings to bespoke requirements
• Communicating directly with clients to determine requirements
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Manufacturing, and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Construction, and Engineering Services

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