Structural Design Technician

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Design Technician to oversee quality assurance and manufacturing coordination. This role involves developing Tekla Structures models, conducting QA checks, and providing technical mentorship to junior technicians. The position offers flexible working arrangements, ShareSave options, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements (onsite with occasional work from home)

ShareSave Options

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience with Tekla Structures for modeling.
• Ability to conduct QA checks on engineering designs.
• Proven track record in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed Tekla Structures models for structural elements.
• Conduct final QA checks on drawings and models before release.
• Lead troubleshooting of technical issues between teams.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing Coordination

Process Refinement

Technical Mentorship

Job description

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Job Details:

• Client: The Highfield Company
• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes

Additional Information:

• Job Reference: 4de9e9e64886
• Job Views: 4
• Posted: 21.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 05.07.2025

Job Description:

The Senior Design Technician will lead quality assurance, manufacturing coordination, and process refinement. They will ensure engineering designs are optimized for production and collaborate closely with engineers to validate designs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop detailed Tekla Structures models for structural elements.
2. Conduct final QA checks on drawings and models before release to manufacturing.
3. Oversee fabrication feasibility, ensuring efficient production processes.
4. Lead troubleshooting of technical issues between engineering and manufacturing teams.
5. Develop and refine standardized workflows and templates.
6. Assist in training T1 and T2 technicians, providing technical mentorship.
7. Provide feedback to engineers and designers on design improvements for manufacturability.

Benefits:

Working with our client offers:

• Flexible working arrangements (onsite with occasional work from home)
• ShareSave Options
• Pension

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