Design Engineer Draughtsman

Design for Manufacture Resourcing (DFM-R) Limited; Congleton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Cheshire is seeking a Design / Detail Draughtsperson for a full-time role. You will design and detail industrial machinery, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Solidworks CAD software. This position offers a competitive salary with various benefits including annual reviews and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Contributory healthcare scheme

Support for continual professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in machinery design or related engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Design and detailing of machinery and mechanical engineering components.
• Perform calculations using standard formulas and engineering codes.
• Specify and source bought-out components.

Skills

Solidworks CAD Software

Machinery Design

Mechanical Components

Job description

Overview

Design / Detail Draughtsperson
Location: Cheshire
Salary: £40,000 + (Neg DOE)
Full-Time, Permanent

About Our Client
Our client is seeking a Design / Detail Draughtsperson to join their expanding business. You will be working for a well-established company who design, develop and manufacture industrial mixers and process equipment for a number of industries such as Chemical, Food, Waste etc…

Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and detailing of industrial machinery and mechanical components for a variety of products..

Responsibilities

• Design and detailing of machinery and mechanical engineering components as required.
• Perform calculations using standard formulas and engineering codes.
• Specify and source bought-out components.
• Produce accurate material lists for the Buying Department.
• Ensure designs meet specifications while observing value engineering principles.
• Maintain consistency with engineering standards and safe working practices.
• Liaise with production management to support and meet production objectives.
• Engage with customers, including site visits to discuss specifications and obtain dimensions.
• Follow internal procedures and documentation standards.
• Undertake any related duties as required.

Experience

• Solidworks CAD Software
• 5+ Years experience in a similar industry / engineering field - Machinery Design, Rotating Equipment and/or Mechanical Components etc

Measurements of Performance

• Timekeeping and application
• Profitability of projects
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Adaptability to customer requirements
• Ingenuity in problem-solving
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Proactive communication of improvements to management

Working Hours and Benefits

• Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Lunch: 30 minutes
• Holidays: 25 days per annum + 8 Bank Holidays
• Salary: Negotiable
• Annual Review: Performance and salary review conducted annually
• Pension Scheme: 3% company contribution, commencing 3 months after start date
• Sick Pay Scheme: 1 month full salary, 1 month at 1/3 salary, thereafter statutory sick pay
• Additional Benefits: Contributory healthcare scheme, support for continual professional development (CPD), on-site parking

Applications

This vacancy is available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.

This job specification is intended to outline the general nature and level of work expected of this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required