Technical and Design Manager

Kes; Southampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of power and electrical equipment is looking for a skilled CAD Technician in Southampton. You will produce 2D and 3D CAD drawings to customer specifications and collaborate with production teams. The ideal candidate has experience reading electrical circuit diagrams and working with Excel for costings. This permanent role offers a standard Monday to Friday schedule with a salary starting at £36,000 per year after a 3-month trial period.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams.
• Ability to produce CAD drawings in 2D and 3D formats.
• Experience in cost estimation using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Produce CAD drawings to customer specifications.
• Work closely with production and fabrication teams.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Reading electrical circuit diagrams

Producing CAD drawings 2D & 3D

Costings in Excel

Meeting customer requirements

Working independently

Electrical systems knowledge (single & three phase)

CAD and Microsoft Office experience

Job description

Established in the mid 70’s we are a leading manufacturer of power & electrical equipment, with customers throughout the UK and worldwide. From supplying the UK’s largest property developers, F1 teams to the film industry and music festivals, you will be working with a diverse and dynamic range of customers.

Responsibilities

• Produce CAD drawings to customer specifications
• Work closely with our production and fabrication teams
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, regulations, electrical standards and company policies

Qualifications

• Ability to read and accurately interpret electrical circuit diagrams, schematics and general arrangement drawings when required.
• Ability to produce CAD drawings 2D & 3D
• Ability to produce costings in Excel
• Efficient at working to time scales whilst meeting customer requirements.
• Can work as part of a growing team or when necessary on their own without supervision.
• Experience of electrical systems single phase and three phase
• Experience of CAD and Microsoft Office.

Job details

The job position is 07:30-16:00, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) with no evening, weekend or bank holiday working. Permanent after a 3-month trial period.

Pay: From £36,000 per year