CAD Designer (AutoCAD)

Main Purpose of the Role

To work on job specific seating & event facility CAD models, assemblies, layouts & site GA’s, from the initial feasibility study to the final fabrication/construction issue.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure all design files & project information are stored and managed in accordance with company procedures.
2. Issue basic Steel, Aluminium, Plywood and GRP fabrication drawings.
3. Create & develop 2D/3D AutoCAD layouts, models and assemblies to meet project specifications, relevant Industry guides & standards, including sightline studies.
4. Maintain and improve the library of standard parts, bespoke parts & large assemblies in 2D & 3D.
5. Create site construction drawings & layouts.
6. Create & develop civil engineering/architectural layouts liaising with internal & external departments.
7. Create, revise & manage project specific bill of materials.
8. Visit client sites to carry out site survey work when needed.
9. Generating basic 3D visuals.
10. Revising and checking of models and layouts as requested.
11. Carry out from time to time and as directed, any other reasonable duties as required in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within your capabilities.
12. Ensure that at all times you take care of your health and safety and that of others by complying with health and safety obligations.

Safety Responsibilities

1. Take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others.
2. Cooperate with Arena Group and follow instructions, policies and procedures as detailed.
3. Not engage in any improper conduct that could endanger themselves or anyone else.
4. Participate in safety and health training offered by Arena.
5. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required for their job tasks.
6. Serve as a good role model to co-workers, contractors, visitors and clients for safe work practices and behaviour at all work locations.
7. Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
8. Address any safety concerns quickly and report concerns.

Knowledge Required

1. A background in Architectural metalwork, staircase design & Construction or an understanding of Engineering & Construction principles.
2. Basic understanding of Building Regulations.
3. Basic understanding of Stadia related Regulations.
4. A background in Temporary/Modular Structures (preferable).

Skills & Qualifications

1. Advanced knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD in 2D & 3D using both Model Space & Paper Space with at least 3 years of experience.
2. Good spatial perception & reasoning – Ability to think in a three-dimensional manner.
3. Basic knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks (preferable).
4. MS Office package.
5. Professional qualifications in Civil/Structural/Building/Mechanical Engineering or Architecture to a minimum of HNC/HND is desirable.

Behaviours & Competencies

1. Adaptability: Maintains effectiveness in varying work environments where circumstances and priorities are changing.
2. Analytical Reasoning: Able to comprehend complex scenarios by breaking them down into their component parts, evaluating information and identifying key or underlying cause-and-effect relationships.
3. Change Implementation: Able to communicate a compelling vision of the business's strategy that makes adaptive responses appear both feasible and desirable to employees.
4. Compliance: Adheres to both internal policies and procedures, along with governmental laws to protect the company’s reputation.
5. Communication (Oral, Written & Listening): Adapts his/her oral and written communications to audience and fosters clear and effective communication with others.
6. Flexibility: Is able to modify approach in order to achieve a goal or task.
7. Initiative: Is proactive, self-starting, seizes opportunities and originates action to achieve goals.
8. Integrity and trust: Ability to maintain job related, social, organisational, and ethical norms.
9. Mathematical Reasoning: Uses mathematical techniques to calculate data or solve practical problems.
10. Prioritising: Accurately assess the relative importance of objectives, activities and events in relation to organisational goals.
11. Resilience: Is able to maintain high performance levels under pressure.
12. Teamwork: Co-operates and collaborates with others.
13. Target Orientation: Is driven to exceed the expectations of others with regards to his/her meeting defined targets.
14. Time Management: Is able to plan and organise own use of time and meets deadlines.
15. Troubleshooting: Able to gather information and quickly identify the causes of problems in work related activities.

Other Information

A full, clean driving licence is required. This role involves some travel to site (UK and International) therefore passport and ability to travel is required.