Engineering Draughtsperson

Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA; Blyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical and safety technology company in Blyth is seeking an Engineering Draughtsperson to produce detailed technical drawings for fire and gas detection systems. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with standards, collaborate across teams, and support manufacturing processes. Applicants should hold an HNC/HND in Engineering and have experience with AutoCAD. The role offers benefits including health coverage, generous holiday entitlements, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted healthcare options

Gym membership discounts

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Qualifications

• Completion of a modern apprenticeship in Instrumentation, Electrical or related field.
• HNC / HND in Instrumentation, Electrical or similar discipline.
• Some experience in fixed fire & gas detection systems or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Creo 3D.
• Ensure documentation complies with technical standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams for accurate designs.
• Provide support during system builds and resolve drawing-related issues.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD (Mechanical & Electrical)

Strong problem-solving skills

Effective organization and decision-making

Strong team player with customer-oriented mindset

Education

HNC / HND in Instrumentation, Electrical or similar

Completion of a modern apprenticeship in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams)

Job description

The Job Responsibilities

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it’s about the most important thing: it’s about life.

About the role

As a member of the Dräger UK & Ireland Engineering function, the Engineering Draughtsperson provides detailed technical drawings and customer‑specific project documentation to support the design, manufacture, and delivery of fixed fire and gas detection systems. The role focuses on producing accurate, compliant engineering documentation in line with defined project scope and established engineering standards, working under the guidance of FGDS Systems Engineers and Project Management.

The tasks and responsibilities below are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time.

• Standards & Technical Compliance: Ensure all drawings and documentation comply with Dräger internal technical standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry or export regulations. Work within established departmental guidelines and escalatate deviations, uncertainties, or scope changes to the responsible FGDS Systems Engineer where required. Participate in internal project reviews to support design verification and compliance assurance.
• Engineering Drawings: Produce high-quality mechanical, small-bore pipework, pneumatic, and electrical engineering drawings using AutoCAD (Mechanical and Electrical) and Creo 3D in accordance with defined project requirements. Prepare customer-specific drawing packs, system manuals, and supporting documentation to enable manufacture, installation, commissioning, and service activities.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with FGDS Systems Engineers, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure drawings accurately reflect design intent and are suitable for manufacture. Liaise with engineering and production functions to discuss, record, and implement drawing changes in a controlled manner.
• Project Documentation & Control: Prepare and submit project documentation in line with client requirements and instructions from the Project Manager or Document Controller. Supply final drawings, system manuals, and supporting technical documentation to customers and Service or Commissioning teams as required. Maintain accurate document revision control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manufacturing & Build Support: Support manufacturing teams during system builds by providing accurate drawings and responding to technical queries relating to fabrication, layout, and assembly. Assist in resolving drawing-related issues identified during production under the direction of the FGDS Systems Engineer.
• Continuous Improvement: The role involves continuous learning and optimisation. The Engineering Draughting role will actively document lessons learned and participate in root cause analyses to support design improvements and process efficiencies. Accurate logging of time and project activities is required to support internal cost tracking, utilisation analysis, and performance measurement. Drive market‑driven development work by gathering customer feedback and conducting trend analysis to inform future product enhancements.
• Safety and Risk Management: Ensure the highest standards of safety are maintained during all field‑based activities, utilising risk assessments and hazard observation practices to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Systems & Information Management: Ensure effective use of SharePoint and related systems to keep all project drawings and documentation up to date, correctly filed, and traceable in line with project and quality requirements.
• Leadership and Team Development: Support the development of a high‑performance culture within the Solution Centre, working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve departmental goals and personal growth.

Shared responsibilities

• To comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• To ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions.
• To embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results.

Reporting Relationships

Manager – Engineering Manager (FGDS)

Size of team/environment – Working in a team of 10+ engineers, you are supported by several functions including project management, project documentation, manufacturing, customer management and our resource planning team. Our offices are split across ground and first floor with good lighting, air conditioning and a fundamental focus on safety and product quality.

Your Qualifications

Role Requirements

Education / Qualifications

• Completion of a modern apprenticeship in Instrumentation, Electrical or related field.
• HNC / HND in Instrumentation, Electrical or similar discipline.
• Professionally registered with the Engineering Council (EngTech), or actively working towards registration through an appropriate Professional Engineering Institution (PEI), such as the InstMC, IET, or similar.

Related Experience

• Some experience in fixed fire & gas detection systems or related industries.
• Proven background in instrumentation & control engineering, mechanical fabrication, small-bore pipework/pneumatics and electrical design.
• Computer experience on SAP, CRM, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.), AutoCAD (or similar) and SharePoint.

Skills, Special Competencies

• Proficient in AutoCAD (Mechanical & Electrical) and Creo 3D modelling.
• Strong IT literacy, including SharePoint/CRM usage and MS Office suite.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and quality.
• Effective organisation, prioritisation and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong team player with customer‑oriented mindset and clear communication skills.
• Reliability, adaptability and a continuous improvement attitude.

The Dräger Workplace

Dräger’s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days.
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Cycle to Work.
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%.
• Charity Giving scheme.

Dräger’s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!

Who we are

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting‑edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ‘technology for life’.