Title:

Product Development Draughtsperson

Location:

Surrey

Salary:

GBP 20,000 to GBP 25,000 per year

Description:

Company is a large manufacturer of steel office storage systems in the UK.Section/department: ManufacturingHours: 39Reporting to:Production Engineer ManagerMain duties & responsibilities: Liaise with production over product development needs (mechanics, practicalities,feasibility) Produce design drawings using CAD software Liaise with production and suppliers to create plan forintroduction of new/modified product Project manage the introduction of new/modified product, and remain hands-onthroughout the prototype assembly stagePersonal attributes: Excellent organisational and planning skills. A perfectionist, with strong attention to detail. Aproblem-solver, able to think 'outside the box'.Good interpersonal and communication skillsEducation & qualifications: ONC in mechanical engineering Knowledge, skills & experience: 2-3 years' experience ofsheet metal manufacturing processes, possibly gained as an apprentice in a sub-contracting environment. This will includean understanding of sheet metal development.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.Ability to identify costreduction opportunities Negotiating skills. Experience of Auto CAD. Experience of 3D (e.g. Solid Edge).Accountability:Performance will be measured by:-Accuracy of work (competency) Ability to meet deadlines (effective useof time)Level of initiative and ability to work unsupervised (self-starter)Ability to build good relations withcolleagues and suppliers (communication and interpersonal skills)General: 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidaysFree car parking Subsidised canteenAll staff are expected to: Positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues inaccordance with Companuy's Equal Opportunities policy. Follow safe working practices as stated in Company's Health &Safety policy.Undertake any reasonable work within your capabilities and capacity.