Project Design Engineer

Venatu Recruitment Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

40-hour week

Flexible start times

Long-term opportunity

Friendly working environment

Job summary

Venatu Recruitment Group is seeking a Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel) in Sheffield. The role involves producing high-quality 2D and 3D design drawings from concept to manufacture and installation, with occasional site visits.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in Autodesk software, AutoCAD 2D/3D, and structural steelwork design, including pipework and steel supports. A full UK driving licence is essential for site visits.

Qualifications

• Experience with Autodesk software and AutoCAD 2D/3D is essential.
• Strong background in structural steelwork design, with pipework/steel supports advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel) role.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D drawings using AutoCAD 2D.
• Create and develop designs using Autodesk software.
• Design structural steelwork, pipework and steel support structures.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure designs are suitable for manufacture.
• Carry out occasional site surveys and take accurate measurements.
• Complete site paperwork and survey reports.
• Support projects throughout the design and delivery process.

Skills

Autodesk software

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Structural steel design

Engineering drawing interpretation

Site team collaboration

Independent working

Driving licence

Tools

Autodesk

Job description

Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel)

Location: Sheffield
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per annum, dependent on experience

An established engineering company based in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel) to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied range of bespoke engineering projects, with a strong emphasis on structural steelwork.

The Role

As a Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel), you will be responsible for producing high-quality 2D and 3D design drawings and supporting projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation. The successful candidate will work closely with production, project management and site teams to ensure designs are practical, accurate and delivered on time.

The role will also involve occasional visits to customer sites to carry out measurements, surveys and complete the associated site documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D drawings using AutoCAD 2D.
• Create and develop designs using Autodesk software.
• Design structural steelwork, pipework and steel support structures.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure designs are suitable for manufacture.
• Carry out occasional site surveys and take accurate measurements.
• Complete site paperwork and survey reports.
• Support projects throughout the design and delivery process.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience using Autodesk software and AutoCAD 2D and 3D is essential.
• Strong background in structural steelwork design, with experience in pipework and steel support structures being advantageous.
• Ideally a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar Project Design Engineer (Structural Steel) role, although applicants with less experience who can demonstrate the required skills will also be considered.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• A full UK driving licence is essential due to the requirement for occasional site visits.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000–£50,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• 40-hour working week.
• Flexible start and finish times can be considered.
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a well-established engineering business.
• Friendly, supportive working environment with a varied and interesting workload.