Design Technician (Contract) in Reading

SAS International are a world leader in the design and manufacture of metal ceilings, operating in the UK, EU, USA, MENA, and Australia. More than 800 committed and highly motivated employees in 6 countries contribute to SAS International's global success. With over 50 years of progressive innovation, design and manufacturing excellence, we have diversified into associated disciplines such as partitioning systems and doors, energy efficient cooling and heating, room comfort solutions and internal architectural metalwork finishes. Offering a diverse and inclusive culture, SAS are committed to offering employees a fulfilling career suited to their skills and ambitions. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Our company values are intrinsic to all we do at SAS – the 5 C’s:

• Customer focused - obsessed with exceeding expectations.
• Creative - value ‘outside of the box thinking’ to generate creative and innovative solutions.
• Collaborative - fostering a culture of openness and respect.
• Caring - demonstrating the utmost care and respect for those around us, not only for our people, but also our social and environmental impact.
• Committed - to the collective goals of our business and driven to achieve these together.

The Role:

The Design Technician is responsible for communicating project solutions through the production of drawings, working as the design support between divisions and the client to ensure projects are produced in line with manufacturing capabilities and client expectations.

The Person:

• Previous experience in a similar role, with the ability to understand and interpret architectural details, specifications, standards and Compliance Documentation.
• Qualification OND Mechanical Design or Equivalent in Architecture.
• Extensive experience using AutoCad or Revit.
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach to work.
• Ability to fiercely prioritise - multitask effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills; can build relationships with ease.
• Demonstrated the ability to respectfully influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Has a ‘roll your sleeves up’ approach to work - will never shy away from challenge.
• Respects the views of others – seeking out different opinions where possible.

Responsibilities:

• Work as the design support between divisions, Engineering and the client to ensure new products are produced in line with manufacturing capabilities and client’s expectations. Involvement could vary from initial proposal and specification to full project delivery.
• Review proposal requests via Salesforce and collaborate with the relevant Sales team to identify requirements.
• Produce proposal documents.
• Produce and assist in the production of approval/shop drawings for awarded projects.
• Produce and assist in the production of material take offs for awarded projects.
• Assist in the production of material schedules for estimates on potential projects.
• Work closely with Modellers and Design Lead to ensure the design drawings and models created match not only the design intent but each other.
• Provide after-sales design support as required. Also providing technical support relating to the final use and specification of products.

Application:

If you feel like you’d be a great fit for the role, please apply online with your CV. The team will review your application and will reach out in due course. We look forward to hearing from you soon.