Assistant Engineer in the Engineering Department

GO_modular is looking for a CAD Technician for the Engineering Department to be a part of a factory-based team at our offices in Totton, Southampton. You will be under the leadership of our production specialist engineers and will contribute towards maximising productivity within the factory.

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Role:

 

• Provide accurate, detailed and scale drawings for manufacturing, assembly and installation of modular units for houses

• To help create high quality 2D and 3D technical drawings for all stages, of all projects

• Offer technical support and advice to the factory floor like carpenters, electricians & plumbers

• Work with internal and external designers to understand and apply conditions and approvals

• Checking material sizes and quantities for procurement

• Ensure smooth liaison between internal and external clients, architects, engineers and designers

• Aid in estimating costs and apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles to check the feasibility of new potential projects

• Ensure compliance with industry and health & safety standards and protocols

• Risk management including identifying potential solutions to eliminate or reduce risks during production

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Ideal Candidate:

 

This position will suit an accomplished CAD technician or structure designer keen to progress their career and skills within a Modular Manufacturer, who build bespoke, Residential & Commercial projects in the South of England.

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• Experience in off-site construction or timber framed design is desirable

• A sound knowledge of computer-aided design & software and engineering design principles

• Good degree of mathematical mind set desired

• Computer literate with good working knowledge of AutoCAD, Autodesk Architectural, CATIA, PRO/Engineer or similar and knowledge of SEMA would be a distinct advantage

• Ability to measure drawings and help to develop bills of quantities

• An understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods

• Can prioritise and plan effectively, and have good overall time management skills

• The ability to meet deadlines

• Good numeracy skills

• The ability to get on well with others and be able to calmly and effectively analyse problems as they arise and then quickly reach the right decisions as part of a team is vital

• The willingness to learn and the will and desire to reach the highest standards, together with a positive attitude are essential

 

As part of a know-how implementing team the successful applicant will have a fantastic opportunity to develop their core skills and gain unique experience working within a new sector of the industry.

The job scope and project variety exposure are limitless.

Career progression within GO_modular is a real possibility and can be fast-tracked on indication of the applicant’s attitude, commitment and ability to achieve GO_modular goals and objectives.

 

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, then GO_modular is the right place for you!