Job Description

Overall Purpose:

As our Revit Design Engineer, you'll be the technical architect behind innovative roofing solutions that solve real-world construction challenges. You'll transform client visions into precision-engineered designs that directly impact major construction projects across the UK. Your expertise in CAD technology will drive product innovation, ensuring every design not only meets the highest industry standards but also advances Nicholson's reputation as the go-to specialist for complex roofing system solutions. You'll be instrumental in our continued growth, working closely with Tier 1 contractors and architects to deliver bespoke engineering solutions that make the impossible, possible.

Key Goals for first 6 months:

80% of Scorecard achieved Ability to design in Autodesk Inventor Efficient handling of all Revit / BIM requirements

Annual Leave:

31 holidays (including bank holidays)

Other Benefits:

5 sick days on full pay

Free lunches

Birthday voucher

Free On-Site Parking

NEST Pension scheme

Health insurance scheme, including discounted gym membership and appointment paybacks

Place of Work

: Due to the collaborative nature of this position, this is primarily an office-based role, with the occasional WFH day is possible with manager approval.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday. 40-Hour Week. Flexible Start and Finish between 7am-5 pm

Reports to:

Design Team Lead

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Design & Modelling:

Interrogate 3D models to extract relevant information Produce 2D Autodesk approval drawings for customers Model approval drawings in 3D using Autodesk Inventor Create and convert customer drawings from 2D into 3D models for client approval Design projects from general assembly level through to manufacture Update existing 2D & 3D drawings in AutoCAD/Inventor to latest design and specifications

Documentation & Compliance:

Create manufacturing drawings suitable for our fabrication team Produce technical datasheets for standard and bespoke products Generate installation drawings for standard and non-standard products Follow client specifications for design portal uploads Work within NDA confines Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations and quality standards

Client & Team Collaboration:

Take incoming calls and deal with enquiries when required Work across internal departments and directly with clients Support upload of design documentation to client portals Follow company design processes Collaborate with close-knit team to ensure projects are delivered accurately and efficiently

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (or similar 3D CAD software) Strong experience with AutoCAD 2D and 3D software Demonstrable proficiency in Revit and creation of BIM files High attention to detail with strong mechanical and spatial reasoning Excellent technical, mechanical, and mathematical ability Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages

Experience & Knowledge:

Previous construction experience and knowledge Understanding of UK construction practices and technical design processes Background in architectural design or construction detailing (rather than product design) Minimum 2 years CAD experience Previous experience in using Revit

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Previous construction experience and knowledge Understanding of UK construction practices and technical design processes Background in architectural design or construction detailing (rather than product design) Minimum 2 years CAD experience Basic training in Revit as a minimum

Highly Desirable

Revit proficiency or exposure, preferably with advanced qualification or formal training Experience in relevant industries: civil engineering, roofing, cladding, sheet metal work, or architecture Engineering or architectural qualification Experience with sheet metal design Engineering or architectural qualification highly desirable

Personal Attributes

You are someone aligned to the Nicholson Values of Humility, Agility, Focus, Enthusiasm, and Integrity.



You are someone who thrives on getting things done properly and seeing projects through to completion. Your natural approach is methodical and systematic - you like to follow processes, take detailed notes, and ensure everything meets required standards. You genuinely care about accuracy and take pride in producing high-quality technical work. You're comfortable focusing on your own tasks without needing constant social interaction, preferring steady, consistent work over dramatic ups and downs. You have a practical mindset and can spot potential issues early, but don't let this stop you moving forward with projects.



You appreciate clear guidelines and are naturally accountable for your work. You're more interested in finding the right solution than winning arguments, making sensible, well-considered decisions rather than jumping into things impulsively.

Nicholson context - www.nicholsonsts.com

Nicholson STS Ltd is an innovative and fast-growing company which designs, manufactures and supplies specialist roofing systems. We supply Tier 1 construction companies, roofing contractors and the solar industry with unique products to help solve specific challenges in the industry, such as waterproofing riser penetrations, and fixing to the structure in a 100% waterproof way. We aim to be involved in sales projects at the earliest opportunity, so target specifiers and architects. The company was started by two brothers, Paul Boyt and Alan Boyt in 2000. Before this, they were roofing contractors, but quickly realised that there were not the products on the market to solve challenges they were facing, so they began to design and manufacture products. These became the basis of the Nicholson product range, and we're still innovating today. We are proud of our staff retention, so only serious applications please!