Senior Draughtsperson — Hybrid, Lead 3D CAD Design

James Fisher and Sons plc; Elrick; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company Pension

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc in Westhill invites applications for a Senior Draughtsperson with hybrid working and full-time permanent status. You will deliver 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks from concept through to detailed components and systems, while mentoring the draughting team and upholding internal standards.

The role requires SolidWorks proficiency, familiarity with PDM vault systems, and subsea or offshore sector experience.

Qualifications

• SolidWorks proficiency with drafting experience in mechanical components.
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM Pro or similar vault systems is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce safe, cost-effective, manufacturable 3D design solutions for engineering activities.
• Create accurate machining, fabrication, and 2D schematic drawings.
• Generate clear assembly, interface, and general arrangement drawings.
• Provide draughting support to engineering and other departments as required.
• Collaborate with the draughting team to share knowledge and develop effective design solutions.
• Maintain and uphold all internal draughting standards and documentation.
• Act as drawing checker within PLM, ensuring compliance with standards and quality requirements.
• Support process and procedural improvements and help develop less experienced draughtspersons.

Skills

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM Pro

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication skills

Subsea/offshore experience

Job description

James Fisher and Sons plc in Westhill invites applications for a Senior Draughtsperson with hybrid working and full-time permanent status. You will deliver 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks from concept through to detailed components and systems, while mentoring the draughting team and upholding internal standards.

The role requires SolidWorks proficiency, familiarity with PDM vault systems, and subsea or offshore sector experience.