Job Description

Wiltech Acoustics -- now proudly part of Rehlko (formerly Kohler Energy) -- is entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. Now integrated into Rehlko's global energy-resilience group, Wiltech continues to build on its reputation as a

leading UK specialist in acoustic canopies, generator enclosures, and industrial noise-control engineering

.

Based in

Loughborough

, our manufacturing facility handles everything in-house -- from raw material processing to welding, fabrication, painting, and full assembly of bespoke acoustic units. Joining Wiltech now means becoming part of a strengthened, well-funded and expanding organisation, with new opportunities created through the Rehlko transition.

Draftsperson

Wiltech Acoustics have a vacancy for a proactive and Draftsperson to join our team.

Responsibilities

Working to Wilmott Group and all owned companies' procedures and using bespoke systems in accordance with all quality accreditations ISO9001/ISO45001/ISO14001. Adhere to all Wiltech design department standard products and procedures. Interact and co-operate with all members of the organisation, its suppliers and clients/customers. Weekly chasing of all outstanding approvals. Issue GA's to Structural Engineers, manage this process directly with the Structural Engineer along with support from the Design Manager. Work towards deadlines set by the Design Manager to ensure projects are delivered on time to meet the needs of the business. Identify, manage and monitor critical path works, process materials and/or suppliers. Ensure all timelines are effective and all criteria are met, and any anomalies are to be controlled and reported to the Design Manager. Provide weekly project updates to the Design Manager. To attend all new/variation project handovers and accept the projects from Sales. Research and develop ideas for new products, technologies, components, processes and the systems used to make them. Provide technical support to the wider Company to ensure that all aspects of CAD design are created to fully meet the high specifications. Taking full ownership in ensuring the success of the project design from inception through to delivery using innovative engineering skills to ensure seamless integration. Manage and close out any concerns or problems that arise on projects; ensuring a suitable solution is achieved to maintain project deliverables. Regular shop floor visits to the manufacturing departments to support and observe project progress. Research concept ideas using mathematical modelling to work out whether new developments and innovations would work and be cost effective. Produce design ideas, based on research, into technical plans for prototypes using computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-assisted engineering (CAE) software. Work with the Production department to revise existing drawings where improvements or efficiencies can be made. Control of Bill of Materials (BoM), CAD Models and Engineering Drawings. Control and maintain project specific documentation such as the document register. Undertake special projects such as research and development as required by Design Manager

Key Skills

Proficiency in CAD software including AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Strong understanding of construction processes and drafting standards. Ability to interpret technical sketches, blueprints, and schematics accurately. Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail to ensure high-quality outputs. Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Prior experience in a drafting role within the construction or engineering industry is desirable but not essential.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements.

For further assistance please speak to Recruitment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 33,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Loughborough LE11 1HL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person