Designer / Draughtsperson

Tatton Recruitment; St Helens; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Certain Advantage is seeking a Designer / Draughtsperson in St Helens, UK to produce high-quality technical drawings and designs. The role supports the Project Manager from concept layouts through to production-ready documentation, with responsibilities including CAD work and detailed engineering packages.

You will use AutoCAD and SolidWorks to create 2D drawings and 3D assemblies, develop Bills of Materials, and ensure compliance with applicable standards while delivering within project

Qualifications

• Solid grasp of engineering fundamentals and technical drawing conventions.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organised, with effective time management and the ability to deliver work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and design documentation using CAD software.
• Translate specifications, sketches, and design concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Develop and issue Bills of Materials to support manufacturing and procurement.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, engineers and stakeholders to meet timescales.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Designer / Draughtsperson

St Helens, UK

Salary negotiable

2-stage interview

Mon-Fri

Certain Advantage is seeking a Designer / Draughtsperson to produce high-quality technical drawings and designs.

Role Overview

You will join the Design team to assist the Project Manager in developing drawings from initial concept layouts through to production-ready documentation. You will also prepare full engineering packages, including general arrangement drawings in AutoCAD, 3D assemblies and models in SolidWorks, and structured bills of materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and design documentation using CAD software.
• Translate specifications, sketches, and design concepts into practical, production-focused engineering solutions.
• Develop and issue Bills of Materials to support manufacturing and procurement.
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to help deliver projects within agreed timescales.
• Ensure designs meet applicable industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Update and amend drawings and models in response to client feedback, design reviews, and changing project needs.

Required Experience & Skills

• Solid grasp of engineering fundamentals and technical drawing conventions.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organised, with effective time management and the ability to deliver work to deadlines.