Senior System Designer & Detailed Designer

ASFD | Engineered Design
London, UK
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows AutoCAD Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Revit Microsoft Office SAP Sales and Distribution

Job description

Your Role

  • Produce and develop high-quality 2D and 3D detailed drawings.
  • Deliver drawings from concept stage through to manufacturing and installation.
  • Develop bespoke façade systems.
  • Prepare tender bay studies, including coordination with the Tender Department.
  • Independently review and assess project requirements, including ERs and specifications.
  • Define project deliverables in line with ASFD standards, project structure, and document registers, in coordination with the Technical Manager.
  • Prepare, explain, and coordinate technical solutions and issues.
  • Attend internal and external design workshops with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintain awareness of SD deliverables and associated programmes.
  • Coordinate drawings and manage associated comments using the comment tracker.
  • Follow ASFD working methods, procedures, and standards.
  • Independently liaise with suppliers to clarify technical details.
  • Coordinate and define technical details with internal teams such as engineering and production.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and develop strategic proposals for implementation.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a designer in the façade industry.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar system design role.
  • Strong knowledge of standard stick systems, Unitised, doors, and windows.
  • Excellent AutoCAD skills.
  • Good proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with Revit and Inventor is advantageous but not essential.
  • Strong technical understanding with a structured and organised approach to work.
  • Advanced knowledge of the manufacturing and construction of bespoke façade systems.
  • Strong understanding of building regulations and relevant standards, with a commitment to best practice.
  • Proactive team leader capable of training, mentoring, and managing a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Fluent in English.

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