Full job descriptionCAD to Manufacturing Drafter / Detailer (Structural Steel Frames & Architectural Metalwork)
Expanding steelwork and metalwork fabrication business have a new role for a CAD to Manufacturing Drafter/Detailer to turn design/structural CAD information into fabrication-ready drawings and clear workshop instructions. The work spans structural steel frames as well as a wide variety of architectural and miscellaneous metalwork and will involve elements of design.
The Role (Key Responsibilities):
*Produce accurate fabrication/manufacturing drawings from structural/architectural drawings and project information.
*Detail structural steelwork (frames, beams/columns, plates/brackets, connections/cleats as required) and architectural metalwork (stairs, balustrades/handrails, balconies, feature metalwork).
*Create full fabrication packs: GA drawings, part drawings, assembly drawings, BOMs/material lists, cut lists, hole schedules and part numbering.
*Add workshop-ready information including weld symbols, bolt specs, tolerances, finishes/coatings and assembly/installation notes.
*Produce or support CNC/laser/plasma-ready DXF outputs where required, working with production/CNC colleagues to ensure files are correct.
*Liaise with project managers, engineers, and the shop floor to resolve technical queries, reduce rework, and ensure designs are buildable.
*Maintain drawing revisions/document control and issue-for-manufacture (IFM) updates promptly.
What We’re Looking For (Essential):
*Proven experience producing fabrication/manufacturing drawings in a steel/metalwork environment (typically 2-5+ years).
*Strong CAD skills.
*Good understanding of fabrication processes (welding, cutting, drilling, folding), tolerancing, and practical build constraints.
*High attention to detail, good communication, and the ability to manage multiple jobs to deadlines.
Desirable:
*Tekla/Advance Steel modelling and steelwork detailing experience.
*Experience detailing stairs/handrails/balconies and understanding of site fit-up considerations.
*Ability to generate DXF/CNC-ready outputs and support nesting/material optimisation.
*Portfolio examples showing structural steel and architectural metalwork drawings.
Location, Hours & Package:
*Location: Essex (office-based with regular workshop interaction; occasional site visits may be required).
*Hours: Full-time, (part time may be considered).
This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK engineering. We aim to respond to all applications.