Sheet Metal Draughtsman: 3D Design & Manufacturing Optimizer

Nicholas Clarke Associates Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Benefits

Job summary

Nicholas Clarke Associates Ltd is seeking a Draughtsman (Sheet Metal) to join their Stoke-on-Trent team. You will convert 2D designs into robust 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks, optimizing for manufacturability and cost efficiency.

With 3+ years in sheet metal drafting and a strong eye for detail, you will collaborate with engineers to adapt designs for modern sheet metal processes and maintain precise design documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sheet metal drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks.
• Engineering discipline qualification desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Convert 2D designs to 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor and Solidworks.
• Optimize designs for manufacturing, increasing efficiency, material utilization, and alignment with new production technologies.
• Collaborate with the team to adapt designs for modern sheet metalworking processes.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective, with emphasis on modularity and production times.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date design documentation, including 3D models and technical drawings.

Skills

Sheet metal drafting experience

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering discipline qualification (desirable)

Tools

AutoCAD (2D)

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Nicholas Clarke Associates Ltd is seeking a Draughtsman (Sheet Metal) to join their Stoke-on-Trent team. You will convert 2D designs into robust 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks, optimizing for manufacturability and cost efficiency.

With 3+ years in sheet metal drafting and a strong eye for detail, you will collaborate with engineers to adapt designs for modern sheet metal processes and maintain precise design documentation.