Job Overview:
We are looking for a Design Technician to join a very experienced team, working on a range of glazing projects in the commercial building sector. Based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, the successful candidate will be responsible for using specialist computer software to produce plans and technical drawings for a range of products and components. Support and training would be provided to enable the successful candidate to grow and develop in the role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create 2D designs to draw a flat representation of the product/component build up along with elevation drawings.
- Maintain CAD blocks and standard details.
- Manage timescales against project programmes to achieve deadline.
- Use standard designs to help prepare assembly instructions and maintenance manuals for installation.
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure client requirements are fully understood and interpreted.
- Ensure buildability, safety, cost, and access are considered when producing designs.
- Ensure all plans and drawings are in line with the specification, acoustic and fire requirements and are thoroughly checked before issue.
- Ensure client drawing protocol is complied with and upload documents to project portals.
- Complete drawing registers, door and screen schedules, and project deliverables throughout the project.
- Create and issue technical submissions.
What We’re Looking For:
- Excellent knowledge of design software including AutoCad.
- Previous experience of working in a design role, ideally within the commercial or glazed partitioning environment.
- Previous experience of working with architects plans and drawings as well as manufacturing details and requisitions.
- Understanding of setting out from datums and gridlines.
- Good problem solving skills and the ability to come up with practical solutions.
- Ability to convert verbal and written information into 2D and 3D drawings with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills.
- Efficient and well organised with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Positive, pro-active attitude with the ability to use initiative.
- Experience of Revit (BIM) and Solidworks would be advantageous.
Why Join Us?
- Collaborative Environment: Work with a passionate and talented team of professionals.
- Career Growth: Opportunity to develop and grow within the company.
- Exciting Projects: Contribute to diverse and impactful projects across various sectors.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Discretionary Bonus Scheme, Private Medical Scheme, Workplace Pension Scheme.
If you're looking to take the next step in your career and are passionate about brining creative designs to life, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become a part of our innovative team.
DI&SV Statement:
Diversity drives innovation and accelerates businesses and enterprises towards their missions. As such, we are wholly committed to partnering with clients and candidates alike to foster a more inclusive, sustainable future for generations to come.
Radii Planet Group Ltd is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining a progressive and inclusive workplace, both for ourselves and for the organisations we support. It is important to us that we offer equal opportunities in the recruitment processes that we run. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burgess Hill RH15 9TZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience of using AutoCad
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
