Draughtsperson

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd, in partnership with our client, seeks an experienced Draughtsman to produce accurate engineering drawings and support design and manufacturing processes.

You will create 2D drawings and, where required, 3D models using CAD software, interpret customer specifications, and ensure drawings are ready for manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Draughtsman, CAD Technician or Mechanical Design role in engineering/manufacturing.
• Confident using CAD software, interpreting drawings, understanding dimensions and tolerances.
• Experience with sheet metal, fabrication, precision engineering or general manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce and amend detailed engineering drawings to meet customer requirements.
• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD software where required.
• Interpret customer drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, clear and suitable for manufacturing.
• Support development and modification of components and products.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve drawing/manufacturing queries.
• Update drawings and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure correct dimensions, tolerances, materials and specs.
• Support design changes and continuous improvement activities.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure designs can be manufactured effectively.

Skills

CAD proficiency

2D/3D drawing

Mechanical design

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Recruitment Solutions are pleased to be partnering with our Client to appoint an experienced Draughtsman to join their established manufacturing operation.

Your role as Draughtsman will focus on producing accurate engineering drawings and supporting the design and manufacturing process. Working closely with production and engineering teams, you will ensure drawings meet customer specifications and provide the information required to manufacture components accurately and efficiently.

Day to day functions of the Draughtsman role will include:

• Producing and amending detailed engineering drawings to meet customer requirements.
• Creating 2D drawings and, where required, 3D models using CAD software.
• Interpreting customer drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Ensuring drawings are accurate, clear and suitable for manufacturing.
• Supporting the development and modification of components and products.
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to resolve drawing or manufacturing queries.
• Making revisions to existing drawings and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ensuring drawings reflect the correct dimensions, tolerances, materials and specifications.
• Supporting design changes and continuous improvement activities.
• Liaising with internal departments to ensure designs can be manufactured effectively.
• Ad hoc duties as required.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AS THE DRAUGHTSMAN

• Permanent position within an established manufacturing business.
• Opportunity to work on a varied range of engineering and manufacturing projects.
• Close involvement with the design and production process.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas and support improvements to manufacturing processes.
• A supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in a Draughtsman, CAD Technician or Mechanical Design role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

You should be confident using CAD software, interpreting engineering drawings and understanding dimensions, tolerances and manufacturing requirements. Experience within sheet metal, fabrication, precision engineering or general manufacturing would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone with good attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across design, engineering and production.