Assistant Project Engineer
A prestigious Engineering Company based in Loughborough are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join them.
The position is reporting to the Project Manager assisting with the production of general engineering drawings for a range of Low Voltage Switchboards, using AutoCAD.
This also involves contacting customers and suppliers, so excellent communications are required.
You also need to be practical with “hands on” experience, ideally including panel building. As you will be asked to assist in the build of the products.
General Responsibilities
* Placing orders using Sage ordering system.
* Confirm delivery dates to customers.
* Produce drawings of switchboards by modifying of parts/layout of existing diagrams using AutoCAD/SEE Electrical & PDF Editor software.
* Produce electrical wiring diagrams using IGE-AXO Electrical software.
* Help with the smooth running of contracts, contact customers when and needed for information/to give information.
* Help with testing and setting up of panels.
* Prepare and provide quotes to customers (working with Project Engineer/Director).
* Reports to the Project Engineer and works with the drawing office team.
Job requirements
* Ideally have experience with a range of Low Voltage switchgear.
* Ideally have experience on 415VAC systems, (Apply online only)A ratings, metering & devices.
* Willing to learn the product and equipment used within it.
* Willing to travel within the UK (under the guidance of an experienced engineer to start with).
* Have a basic understanding of AutoCAD and be willing to learn our industry standard IGE-AXO Electrical wiring diagram package.
* Computer literate.
* Be able to work as part of a small team.
* Be proactive with customers, have a good communication with customers.
* Be able to work independently and to communicate with customers.
* Have good communication and administration skills.
* Willing to work overtime both during the week and Saturday mornings if required.
The Company offers:-
* All relevant training including CAD.
* A pivotal job in a small but expanding family business that has been successful for over 25 years.
* Annual salary negotiable, depending on experience.
* Opportunity to work independently in a friendly and busy environment.
* Working hours: Monday-Thursday: 0830hrs-1730hrs, Friday: 0830hrs-1500hrs with a 60 mins lunchbreak.
If this is of interest, we would love to hear from you