Job Description
Job Title: Window Door & Curtain Wall Designer
Location: Dudley West Midlands – Office-based (due to close collaboration with the factory)
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Aluminium Window Door & Curtain Wall Designer to join our team.
This is a hands‑on technical role working closely with our factory and subcontract design partner to deliver high‑quality façade solutions from design stage through to fabrication and production.
You will play a key role in turning concept and tender information into fully detailed construction and fabrication drawings ensuring accuracy and buildability throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities
Work alongside our subcontract designer to develop drawings to construction‑issue standard.
Produce detailed fabrication drawings for aluminium windows, doors and curtain wall systems.
Collaborate on system design technical detailing interfaces and setting out.
Liaise daily with the factory team to ensure smooth manufacturing and resolve technical queries.
Order project‑specific materials (glass panels, hardware accessories etc.).
Review drawings and specifications ensuring compliance with system and project requirements.
Support installation planning and resolve site‑based technical queries if required.
Requirements
Proven technical experience in the aluminium fenestration sector (windows doors & curtain walling).
Strong understanding of system profiles, manufacturing processes and installation methods.
Ability to produce accurate fabrication drawings and technical details.
Proficiency in industry CAD/design software (e.g. AutoCAD, LogiKal or similar).
Excellent attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to work full‑time from our office to remain closely involved with the factory production process.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects.
Stable supportive working environment.
Professional growth and development within a specialist business.
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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Contact Detail:
Porterhouse Recruitment Recruiting Team