Average Draughtsman salary in the UK

ROLE- DraughtsmanLOCATION- Wiltshire TERM- PermanentSALARY- £28,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience My client is a specialist product designer and manufacturer. They are looking for a Draughtsman to join their team in Wiltshire on a permanent basis.The Draughtsman will ideally have the following attributes: HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Design, Engineering or similarAt least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design / CAD Operation positionExperienced working with metal, wood and extruded materials Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks etc. Excellent communication skills both verbal and writtenProficient using MS OfficeExcellent organisational skills and time management skills Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team The Draughtsman role will involve: Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawingsProducing fabrication drawings to bespoke requirementsCommunicating directly with clients to determine requirementsLiaising with manufacturing providersBeing involved in final assembly of productsCreating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plansUpdating 3D models and drawingsChecking drawings for sign offWorking in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

CAD Draughtsman Annual Salary: Up to £35k, depending on experience Location: Kingsclere Job Type: Full-time - 4 Day Week Reed Engineering are delighted to be partnering with a successful research and manufacturing company who cover worldwide, supplying bespoke machinery. They work a 4 day week and are located in between Basingstoke and Newbury. They are seeking a skilled CAD Draughtsman to join the team, taking design briefs from our engineers and transforming them into detailed, workable engineering and manufacturing designs. This role requires proficiency in Inventor and AutoCAD, with a focus on machine design. Day-to-day of the role: Collaborate with design engineers to understand and interpret design briefs.Utilise Inventor and AutoCAD to create accurate 3D models and associated drawings for manufacturing.Ensure all CAD drawings and designs meet the required specifications and quality standards.Work closely with the manufacturing team to provide support and resolve any potential design issues.Manage and maintain project documentation and CAD file organisation.Continuously improve your technical skills and stay updated with the latest CAD technologies and industry trends. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in CAD draughting, specifically within machine design.Proficiency in Inventor and AutoCAD software.Strong understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.Ability to interpret complex design briefs and create detailed engineering drawings.Knowledge of tribology is advantageous but not essential.Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Benefits: Competitive salary up to £35k, commensurate with experienceGenerous pension contribution of 7%28 days holiday including Bank HolidaysFour-day work week, 8:00am - 17:30 pm To apply for the CAD Draughtsman position, then please 'Apply Today' with an updated CV.

CAD Designer/Draughtsman Annual Salary: £30,000 - £34,000Location: In personJob Type: Full-time We are seeking a Design Draughtsman to join a team providing engineering drawings, bills of materials, and installation operating and maintenance manuals for new and current valve projects and orders. The role requires adherence to agreed criteria, quality, and timescales. You'll work with a product that is already in existence and creating customised versions of it to a customer’s order. The individual orders can take anywhere from ½ hour to 1 week to complete Day-to-day of the role: Provide 3D design concepts and planning in drawings as required to meet sales briefs.Produce designs and drawings to BS8888, meeting the requirements of the company and its customers.Create installation, operating, and maintenance manuals tailored to customer needs and production requirements.Modify designs/drawings for continual improvement, including changes for design for manufacturability (DFM).Issue and control drawings to company procedures, maintain filing systems, and ensure general office tidiness.Transfer legacy drawings into updated CAD PDM system.Control parts identification and BOM compilation using the company’s Supply Chain Management system.Check own work for accuracy and completeness.Understand electrical items to facilitate specification and testing of products.Comprehend ATEX implications on valve designs/drawings.Provide design support across manufacturing, including machine shop, assembly, purchasing, inspection, stores, and dispatch.Assist the Technical Manager during R&D projects and support Sales & Marketing when required.Maintain health and safety standards within the department. Required Skills & Qualifications: Mechanical Design Engineering experience, knowledge of rotating mechanisms is advantageous.Effective communication skills.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Competent with 3D CAD systems, such as Autodesk Inventor or similar.Good problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.Ability to manage workload ensuring targets and objectives are met.Continuous self-improvement mindset.Understanding of basic electrical concepts for product specification and testing. Benefits: Competitive salary range.Opportunity to work on innovative projects.Be part of a dynamic and supportive team environment. To learn more please apply by submitting your CV for this Mechanical Design Engineer position.