Location
Maidstone
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
19/03/2026
Closing date
09/04/2026
Mechanical Design Draughtsman
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week
We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Draughtsman to join a busy design team, working on a range of engineering projects across multiple sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Produce mechanical drawings including piping isometrics, layouts, fabrication drawings, and P&IDs
* Use Autodesk Plant 3D, Inventor, and Revit to create 2D and 3D designs
* Develop pipe routing, supports, and bespoke equipment
* Work closely with engineers to deliver projects on time
Requirements:
* ONC/HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
* 5+ years' draughting experience
* Strong CAD skills (Plant 3D, Inventor, Revit)
* Familiar with point clouds (Autodesk Recap)
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Spec Editor experience
* Knowledge of piping standards
* Ability to assist with electrical drawings
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