Mechanical Design Draftsperson

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, Australia Ahrens Pty Ltd Full time

**About the Company**

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with 120 years’ experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1300-plus people.

A leading division of the Ahrens family of brands, D&C specialise in design, fabrication and installation for bulky goods and retail, commercial and car parks, commodity storage and handling, cold store buildings, defence and aviation, education and recreation, manufacturing, mining infrastructure, ports and rail, steel buildings, transport and logistic, warehousing and wineries. We provide cutting-edge project solutions, delivering projects of all sizes, from small-scale to substantial developments.

**About the Role**:
**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop detailed 3D models, drawings and specifications for mechanical and structural construction using Autodesk Inventor (Standard and Sheet Metal).
- Familiar with AutoCAD 2D to prepare high quality/accurate drawings.
- Familiar with Navisworks to collate modelling.
- Coordinate with and consult the client and team members to design, lay out, or detail to resolve design or other problems.
- Review and analyse specifications, drawings and related data to assess the designs and the procedures and instructions to be followed.
- Create instruction and additional comments for the installation and construction of the design.
- Make modifications and revise design to correct any deficiencies in accordance with established processes and design review criteria.
- Assist in estimating material costs and quantities, and machine requirements.
- Have a clear and well developed knowledge of the principles of Design for Manufacture.
- A working knowledge of Australian Standards particularly AS1100. Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical construction using computer-assisted drafting equipment.

**Skills and Experience**
- Formal qualification in Mechanical Design/Drafting or equivalent experience in a similar role
- Demonstrated Experience with Autodesk Inventor, (in excess of 3yrs will be regarded favourably)
- Experience with AutoCAD 2D drafting.
- In-depth knowledge of Autodesk Vault including setup and ongoing drawing management.
- Strong problem-solving skills. Proven capacity to provide extremely high level of detail and accuracy.

**Desirable Skills and Experience**
- Experience in materials handling equipment fabrication, drafting or design.
- Background experience in agricultural based industry advantageous. Knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing methodologies.

**Why Work at Ahrens**

We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.

We strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity and safety. In return we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.

**Benefits**
- Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
- Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
- Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
- Family, social and team building events
- Opportunities for career progression Friday afternoon team bonding

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