Senior Tekla Detailer

Sunblink; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

High-profile projects

Career progression

Training & development

Modern Manchester office

Job summary

Sunblink in Manchester is seeking a Senior Detailer to join the growing drawing office. You will produce precise 3D models and 2D drawings using Tekla Structures on large-scale steel projects, collaborating with engineers and fabricators.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of Tekla experience, strong accuracy, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid Manchester environment with a competitive £60,000 salary and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings in Tekla Structures
• Prepare GA drawings, connection details, and material lists
• Coordinate with design, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Assist in the checking and QA of drawings and models
• Maintain drawing records and ensure work is delivered on time and to standard
• Support junior team members (senior roles only)

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Independent working

Tools

Tekla Structures

Job description

Job Title: Senior Detailer

Location: Manchester / Hybrid

Software: Tekla Structures

Salary: £60,000

Company Overview

A long-established structural steel contractor with a strong presence across the UK and internationally is expanding its UK-based drawing office. Known for delivering complex steelwork projects in commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors, the business offers a stable and supportive environment with opportunities to work on high-profile builds.

With a well-equipped modern office in Manchester and a collaborative in-house setup spanning engineering, fabrication, and site installation, this is an ideal environment for detailers looking to grow within a forward-thinking business.

Role Overview

As a Steel Detailer, you'll work closely with engineers, fabricators, and project managers to produce accurate and efficient 3D models and 2D drawings using Tekla Structures. You'll play a key part in delivering high-quality steel detailing packages across a variety of large-scale structural projects.

Positions are available from junior to senior levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings in Tekla Structures
• Prepare GA drawings, connection details, and material lists
• Coordinate with design, engineering, and fabrication teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Assist in the checking and QA of drawings and models
• Maintain drawing records and ensure work is delivered on time and to standard
• Support junior team members (senior roles only)

Requirements

• Proficiency in Tekla Structures - 8 years plus
• Understanding of structural steelwork fabrication and erection processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects
• Career progression within a growing drawing office
• Supportive team environment with long-term stability
• Investment in training and development
• Modern, well-equipped working environment