Senior Draughtsman

About the role

The Senior Draughtsman will join the Industrialisation team to translate engineering concepts into precise, manufacturing‑ready documentation. Working closely with designers and engineers, you will ensure technical accuracy and consistency across all drawings in a fast‑paced defence‑technology environment.

Key responsibilities

• Create detailed assembly drawings and instructions from engineers' layouts.
• Convert hand‑sketches into CAD files following Alaris draughting standards.
• Maintain style consistency and incorporate red‑line changes via the ECP process.
• Standardise existing layouts and update older drawings to current standards.
• Assist in developing and evaluating quality‑plan procedures for engineering documentation.
• Attend design reviews and coordinate draughting workload with managers and project leads.
• Self‑check and verify nominal fits of parts before submission to mechanical engineers.
• Plot and manage CAD files, backups, and translate formats (DWG, DXF, STP, PDF, ZIP).
• Maintain standard parts libraries and CAD templates.
• Perform ad‑hoc duties to support project success.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of dimensioning, tolerances and machining/assembly processes.
• Excellent oral and written communication with high attention to detail.
• Organisational, planning and problem‑solving abilities.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks, work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Resilience under pressure and good interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Experience handling DWG, DXF, STP and PDF file formats.
• Mechanical drafting techniques.