Junior Draughtsman

**Aluvent JNR Draughtsman Vacancy**

Aluvent is a well-established company in the Glass & Aluminium industry, who is looking to hire an enthusiastic Draughtsperson with any working experience of Curtain walling, Windows & Doors.

You will work successfully as part of a team and autonomously, demonstrating strong communication skills.

To be successful in this position, you need proven experience using AutoCAD and strong knowledge of this is essential for the role.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Using CAD software, such as AutoCAD & SolidWorks, to prepare technical drawings.
- Produce detailed AutoCAD drawings of Aluminium Windows, Doors, Curtain walling, Louvres, Sunscreens, Steel doors, Steel fire rated Screens & other products to meet approval of architects, clients and main contractors.
- Work with engineers & other professionals to produce drawings that meet their specifications.
- Be cost conscious in relation to the contract works, estimate programme and selection of the correct product, method of manufacture & installation.
- Ensure that all drawings are accurate and meet industry standards.
- Maintain a library of standard drawing templates.
- Following specifications and calculations to create various technical drawings.
- Preparing both rough sketches & detailed work with CAD systems.
- Performing calculations for materials and weight limitations.
- Identifying & communicating potential design problems to the rest of the team.
- Working in accordance with company values.

**Requirements**:

- Attend regular development meetings.
- Collaborate with others to establish timelines & budgets, as well as solve problems.
- Knowledge of engineering, mathematics and materials.
- Effectively communicate at all levels.
- Ability to adopt a proactive approach to work and use own initiative.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- Time management
- Flexibility to take on new tasks if requested.
- Experience in computer-aided design and drafting technology.
- Ability to draw manually favourable, but not essential.
- Able to draw on CAD or similar (looking for speed & accuracy)
- Technically minded
- Fast learner (Able to learn Windows & Doors)
- Admin Inclined
- Organized individual
- Able to communicate with supplier & architects/engineers/clients to request info