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    Computer Aided Design Technician - Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom - SMarter Recruitment

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    SMarter Recruitment Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

    2 days ago

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    Job Description - CAD Draftsperson/ Surveyor

    Our client is a Stoke-on-Trent based manufacturer of timber components. They have a specialist woodworking department, creating bespoke handrails for complex stairs. A vacancy has arisen for a CAD Draftsperson and Surveyor.


    The role of Computer Aided Design (CAD) Draftsperson/Surveyor uses equipment and software to facilitate the design and production of complex handrail assemblies, other timber parts, fixtures, fixings and jigs.

    The role also assists in other areas where CAD work is required.


    This role will suit a Postgraduate who has pursued education in product design or a similar course where the use of CAD has been an essential element.

    There is potential for career progression within the company.

    Experience within a CAD role and the use of SolidWorks are essential.

    Occasional travel to site throughout UK to liaise with clients about technical issues pertinent to specific projects or to carry out site surveys (this may on occasion involve overnight stays and/or working additional hours to complete surveys)

    Site Survey:

    Using Creaform 3D Digital Laser Scanning Equipment and Software - carry out detailed site survey - identify critical points, surfaces and features for the capture of all relevant geometry of staircase substructure to ensure that a handrail can be created to fit accurately.


    CAD:
    Using captured survey data, create a full 3D model using our CAD system (SolidWorks). In a structured way create the underlying structure (core rail, treads, risers, brackets, glass and or any other areas where the handrail will be required to fit. Draw handrail profile and produce a full 3D cad model of the proposed handrail.

    Identify best place for and create all joints in the proposed handrail to optimize machine time, aesthetic appearance, joints and strength.

    Taking customer drawings, interpret them and be able to import them into the CAD system and develop them into 3D models or use information within them to determine dimensions for 3D model.

    Critical analysis of CAD model to identify limitations and areas of concern that may require further remedial work. These will show all parts detailed as an assembly with part numbers. Complete a list of parts in Excel with the block sizes and lamination details. Check timber requirements.

    Provide, where required visuals for customers, in the form of CAD Model Files, 3D PDF, PDFs. Prepare rendered photorealistic images of parts using SolidWorks rendering functions.

    Estimating:

    Review enquiries and cad drawings to determine create a list of required parts and prepare a detailed quote for the customer.

    Training

    The company will provide some job specific training.

    The successful candidate will however require a minimum level of CAD skills (SolidWorks) and have at least two years' experience using the software for complex part drawings.

    There is opportunity for the candidate to progress within the department and business.

    A Full UK driving license is essential

    Have an extensive knowledge of drawing principals and geometry creation to enable effective CAD work.


    Have extensive experience of creating drawings using 2D and 3D drawing packages - 3D Advanced CAD experience essential preferably in SolidWorks.


    Be physically fit and strong enough to lift heavy measuring equipment to and from vehicle and when on site, up and down several flights of stairs using appropriate manual handling techniques.

    Skills Interest and Qualities

    A knowledge of engineering design principles

    Creative ability

    Hours of work: 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday with 15 minute morning break and 30 minute lunch break.

    This is a staff position and it is necessary to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the business.

    Holidays: 20 days paid holiday plus bank holidays per annum.

    Approximately 75% of work time is office based and the rest is spent carrying out site surveys.


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