Assistant Engineer / Technician in Southampton

Location: Southampton

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.

Responsibilities

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

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Note

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!