Job Description

Job Title:

Draughtsman

Reporting to:

Principal Engineer

Location:

Wessington Cryogenics Limited,

Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear

Working Pattern:

Full time, 9 Day Fortnight - Every other Friday off

Overall Aim:

To assist in the design and development of WCLs range of cryogenic storage vessels and any other associated projects to ensure they conform to various technical and legislative requirements. To support continuous improvement to increase competitiveness of WCL working with internal and external partners and "in house" initiatives.
Outline of Responsibilities:

Produce component and assembly drawings using AutoCAD / Solidworks or equivalent. Ensure drawing files are maintained Ensure design review files are maintained Issue/control drawings to WCL departments and 3 parties Organise prepare of final production drawings and support the production of BOMs for production purchasing & sales departments Proactively liaise with production employees to co-ordinate activities or trouble shoot to ensure design projects are delivered on time and in full General conceptual design drawings to confirm layout arrangements, volumetric calculations, P&ID schematics
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

Essential:

A minimum of ONC level (or equivalent) in Engineering or draughting based subject, is required. Skills sufficient to produce high quality and accurate 2D and / or 3D drawings using AutoCAD / Solidworks or equivalent. Good communication skills are essential allowing for effective liaison with other Wessington departments and third parties. A commitment to continuous professional development IT literate - Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite Good understanding of various manufacturing techniques associated with sheet metal fabrication. Ability to work alone and under pressure to meet demanding deadlines across multi projects. Willingness to work in a flexible manner and outside of normal working hours if required
Desirable:

Basic knowledge of pressure vessel codes and legislation Experience in working with third party inspection bodies Experience in working with 3d software packages such as Solidworks / Inventor
Interfaces:

Principal Engineer All Directors All Managers Quality Manager Team Leaders Buyer / Expeditor All Production Personnel
Benefits

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking 9 Day Fortnight Shift Pattern
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person