Our client is seeking an experienced Draughtsman to join their growing design and technical team, supporting the delivery of high-quality bespoke joinery and fitted furniture across a range of projects.
This role plays a key part in transforming design intent into accurate, manufacturable technical drawings, working closely with project teams and workshop colleagues to ensure each item is produced to exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Develop detailed joinery designs and technical construction drawings for client approval, manufacture and installation.
Translate design briefs and intent drawings into accurate, high-quality technical solutions suitable for fabrication.
Collaborate with project management and workshop teams to ensure drawings reflect design intent and practical manufacturing requirements.
Research and integrate third-party items such as appliances and ironmongery, ensuring seamless technical coordination.
Produce drawings with the appropriate level of detail at approval, manufacture and installation stages, including bills of materials and purchase schedules.
Manage drawing tracking, revisions and document control throughout the project lifecycle.
Liaise with external design teams to coordinate design intent and technical expectations.
Attend design meetings both on and off site as required.
Use Autodesk Inventor for 3D modelling (SolidWorks or similar experience also considered if willing to convert skills).
Requirements
Experience working as a joinery draughtsman or within a similar technical design role.
Strong background in producing workshop drawings for high-end bespoke joinery and furniture.
Excellent understanding of joinery construction, fabrication processes and finishing techniques.
Confident working with a wide variety of materials including timber, boards, veneers, laminates, glass, metals and architectural hardware.
Strong problem-solving ability with the capability to resolve technical detailing between mixed materials.
Good knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques, materials and production technologies.
Proficient in Autodesk Inventor (or SolidWorks/other 3D CAD software with willingness to transition).
Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and communication abilities.
Highly motivated and able to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders