Technical Clerk / Draughtsperson in Billingham

Company / Establishment: A long-established specialty chemicals producer with a Platinum Ecovadis rating, based in the North East of England, supplying over 400 customers via 2 manufacturing sites with its own R&D facilities. Our 4 key businesses are: Personal Care, Proprietary Reduced Environmental Impact products, Solvent Recovery, and Custom Manufacturing to serve sectors including Cosmetics, Oil & Gas, Homecare, Animal Nutrition, Lubricants.

What makes the difference? We are a top tier COMAH site where Health and Safety is at the core of how we operate, with an excellent health and safety record and a commitment to the safety of all. Our people are our biggest asset; we champion the Better Health at Work programme and have maintained an “excellence” rating for many years. We also support progression for our staff.

The role is primarily office-based, working within the Engineering team with a high level of interaction with project managers, engineers and contractors.

• Technical Drawing & Design (Draughtsperson Component)

• Create technical drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and schematics using AutoCAD software.
• Interpret specifications: Translate sketches and engineering specifications into actionable construction, fabrication or installation drawings.
• Revisions: Update existing drawings, ensuring version control.
• Material calculations: Calculate dimensions, material quantities and specifications for inclusion in drawings.

• Manage documentation: Maintain accurate drawing logs, file systems and databases (e.g., in accordance with ISO 9001).
• Distribute information: Distribute final, approved drawings to site engineering team and contractors.
• Document control: Archive as-built drawings, technical specifications and RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Technical reporting: Prepare reports on drawing progress, technical changes and document status for project management.
• Technical support: Assist engineering teams with document preparation, including technical proposals.
• Information flow: Ensure accurate and timely flow of information between on-site workers and project management teams.
• Procurement: Follow purchasing procedures, raise purchase orders, track progress and expedite where necessary.

Required skills

• IT proficiency: Strong skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint) and familiarity with management systems (e.g., SAP, document control software).
• Software proficiency: Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Technical knowledge: Understanding of construction terminology, drawings, and site processes.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to accuracy to prevent errors in design and construction.
• Organisation: Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written skills for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Qualifications: A minimum of 5 GCSEs/equivalent, with qualifications in construction or administration being advantageous.

At Seqens Custom Specialties, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability and religion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and join us in fostering a culture of respect, openness and inclusion. Should you have any accessibility requirements that would facilitate your application process, please email careersuk@seqens.com.