Company Description
European Active Projects Ltd (EAPL), established in 2005, provides engineering solutions to clients across the marine and industrial sectors. The company focuses on delivering reliable, honest, and practical responses to a wide range of engineering enquiries. With dedicated teams available 24/7, EAPL emphasizes responsive service and strong client relationships. The business operates throughout the UK and Europe, with its head office based in the established Chatham docks area. Applicants can learn more about EAPL’s services and projects by visiting www.eap-ltd.co.uk.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Structural Drafter role based at EAPL’s head office in Chatham. The Structural Drafter will prepare and revise detailed structural drawings and shop drawings for marine and industrial projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.
Day-to-day responsibilities include interpreting engineers’ and architects’ designs, producing technical and architectural drawings, and developing 2D and 3D models using CAD and BIM tools. The role involves coordinating with structural engineers, project managers, and architects to resolve drawing issues, incorporate design changes, and support project delivery timelines.
The Structural Drafter will also assist with document control, maintain drawing registers, and contribute to continuous improvement of drafting standards and templates.
Qualifications
* Proficiency in preparing Shop Drawings for structural and fabrication purposes, with attention to clarity, accuracy, and constructability.
* Strong Technical Drawing skills, including 2D drafting and detailing using REVIT software for structural components and assemblies.
* Interpreting Architectural Drawings, ensuring coordination between architectural and structural design requirements.
* Understanding of Structural Engineering concepts to translate engineering calculations and mark ups into precise, buildable drawings.
* Proven experience in structural steel, drafting/detailing (1 year Minimum).
* Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective communication skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
* Experience in marine, industrial, or heavy engineering environments is beneficial.
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