Technical Designer

Grant Engineering (UK) Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Specification Designer in a dynamic design department. This role involves performing detailed heat loss calculations and designing underfloor heating systems, ensuring customer specifications are met. The ideal candidate will possess excellent attention to detail and communication skills, thriving both independently and as part of a team. With thorough training provided, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of innovative heating solutions. Join this forward-thinking company and be part of a team that values precision and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High manual dexterity and technical acumen required.
• Ability to produce detailed heat loss calculations.

Responsibilities

• Calculate heat loss for properties and design underfloor heating packages.
• Communicate with customers to gather specific requirements.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Numeracy Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Teamwork

Tools

CAD

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specification Designer to join the Design Department team based in Swindon. The role requires a candidate with high manual dexterity, technical acumen, and an eye for detail, as they will be responsible for advising, specifying, and carrying out detailed and accurate heat loss calculations for Grant Engineering customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Calculate heat loss for domestic and small commercial properties.
2. Design underfloor heating (UFH) packages and produce detailed schematics.
3. Take ownership of heat loss and UFH requests, making direct contact with customers to obtain specific requirements.
4. Adopt a technical sales approach when dealing with customers, aiming to maximize opportunities by discussing options for associated Grant products.
5. Ensure that UFH design information is correct and reflects customer requests.
6. Communicate with the external sales team regarding the scope of work for underfloor projects.
7. Carry out necessary amendments accurately.
8. Report all results correctly to Administration for quoting.
9. Ensure drawings and line drawings reflect the requests and design specifications.
10. Respond to telephone and email inquiries directed to the Design Specification Department.
11. Handle on-site visitors seeking more information about our products.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Produce results to a high standard within specified timeframes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience with CAD.
• Knowledge of renewable heating projects, e.g., heat pumps.
• Understanding of domestic heating design and components.

Thorough training will be provided to ensure a comprehensive understanding of Grant products and the factors influencing their performance.