Electro - Mechanical Draughtsperson

GE Vernova; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electro-mechanical draughtsperson to join their innovative team. This role involves creating engineering designs and drawings using CAD software, contributing to exciting projects in energy technology. You will work at a state-of-the-art facility, focusing on both surface ships and submarines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while collaborating with a diverse team. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to work-life balance, this position offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution

Income protection

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance

26 days vacation + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Must be a sole national British citizen with a valid UK passport.
• Experience in engineering electro-mechanical systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering designs and drawings for various projects.
• Create and maintain 2D/3D drawings for electro-mechanical installations.
• Provide technical support to engineering colleagues.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD (2D/3D)

Autodesk Inventor

Electrical schematics

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds/HNC/HND/Degree in Computer Aided Design

Job description

Job Description Summary

GEs Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Our engineers dedicated to Naval get involved in solving exciting challenges through leading the development and delivery of the engineering aspects of our projects. Projects that range from designing, de-risking and delivery of new power / propulsion and energy system solutions alongside digital & automation technologies to our UK and international customers both to surface and submarine systems.

Research and development are key to what we do, and you will have the opportunity to influence the development of future surface, shore based and submarine design concepts as well as the development of new capabilities, tools and processes.

Job Description

The role of Electro-mechanical draughtsperson, GE Power Conversion UK, is an exceptional opportunity for your capabilities, enthusiasm, and experience to make a real impact at one of the leading energy technology companies working on major, global projects.

This role is based at our Marine Power Test Facility (MPTF) in Whetstone (Leicester). This state-of-the-art facility plays a crucial role in de-risking present and future platforms, energy and propulsion technologies, micro grids and associated systems and solutions for both surface ships and submarines.

This is an autonomous role where the applicant will be responsible for producing engineering designs and drawings, using computer aided design (CAD) software, to provide support for all engineering activities at the Marine Power Test Facility (MPTF) on a variety of engineering projects. The areas of responsibility will cover electrical system drawings and documentation: circuit diagrams, single line diagrams, interconnection drawings, cable schedules; and also for: cable routing, piping systems, plant layout / spatial design, mechanical arrangements, and structural designs.

The duties can vary day to day and month to month, depending on the project and the status of the project, and also the facility requirements.

Ready for a new, exciting career opportunity, you will report directly to the Systems Engineering Manager, collaborating with a diverse engineering and business community.

As part of this role, you will also have responsibility for the following activities:

• Comply with company and regulatory health and safety requirements.
• Create and maintain all project and site facility 2D/3D drawings for electro-mechanical installations.
• Develop detailed designs to specifications, standards, and regulations.
• Execute the design adhering to business standards, practices, and procedures.
• Review engineering drawings and designs for accuracy to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Provide technical support to Engineering colleagues.
• Survey existing buildings and structures for the creation and update of drawings.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers (including site visits).
• Assist in other areas of the business as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• City & Guilds/HNC/HND/Degree in Computer Aided Design.
• The applicant must be a sole national British citizen and have a valid UK passport and a valid full UK driving licence.

Desired characteristics

• Up to date knowledge and expert use of AutoCAD Electrical /AutoCAD (2D/3D) / Autodesk Inventor software for drafting.
• Experienced in the engineering of electro-mechanical systems.
• High focus on accuracy and quality of work with great attention to detail and excellent awareness of safety in the development of designs.
• Proficient in the creation of detailed electrical drawings: electrical schematics, single line diagrams (SLD), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).
• Experience of cable selection and sizing, cable routing / containment / pipe work installation / machine and support structure arrangement /3D plant design for infrastructure or industrial plant layout.
• Ability to create detailed mechanical drawings: construction, plant layouts, assemblies, which include dimensioning, tolerances, material type, in accordance with BS 8888.
• Application of mechanical principles for structures, construction, material selection.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations.
• Excellent technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability.
• Ability to communicate (both written and orally) effectively and clearly with a variety of professionals in a collaborative manner.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Must be self-motivated and a great team worker.

You can expect from us

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.