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Switchboard mechanical drafter

Adelaide
Lai Switchboards Australia
Posted: 25 June
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LAI Group are one of Australia's largest switchboards and switchrooms manufacturers. With over 115 years of combined experience, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of custom switchboards and switchrooms in Australia.

LAI Group encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where your hard work and input does not go unnoticed. We work with our employees to get the best out of them with the opportunity to receive training on specific courses that will assist you in your professional development. As a family-owned business, LAI Group treats every staff as a family member. From the moment you begin with LAI Group you are a member of the family.

As a result of continuous national growth, LAI Group is seeking an experienced Switchboard Mechanical Drafters to join our team at our head office in Adelaide (Ferryden Park) within our Electrical Switchboard Design department. We want team members excited about the opportunity to build a stable, rewarding, and lucrative career with us.

Schedule:

Full-time position.

A 38-hour week, Monday – Friday + reasonable overtime.

Salary: Negotiable

The Position

As a Switchboard Mechanical Drafter, the role will be to undertake 3D modelling and drafting tasks required to design customised switchboards. They will also be assisting in implementing and problem-solving the development and innovation initiatives undertaken by the team.

Key Responsibilities

* Create technical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and 2D and 3D digital models of mechanical equipment designs, using measurements, specifications and additional data as required.
* Annotate and verify all numerical designations and specifications in technical drawings and schematics, using CAD programs and manual calculations when necessary.
* Communicate with the Project Team in both Switchboard and Switchroom projects.
* Collect initial drawings, calculations, and design ideas from engineers, and combine all relevant data into coherent and complete initial design models for review and modification.
* Ensure that the BOM aligns with the run sheet provided by the programmer.

The Candidate

* Intermediate to Advanced SolidWorks skills and knowledge (especially in sheet metal fabrication);
* Proven experience working in a small, interactive team;
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
* Ability to analyse complex tasks and problem solve;
* Have a willingness to learn and take on other tasks as required;

We look forward to finding the appropriate candidates to join our team here in Adelaide.

LAI Group is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities, and mature aged people.


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Your application will include the following questions:

* How many years' experience do you have as a mechanical draftsperson?
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* Which of the following CAD software do you have experience with?
* Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

Lai Switchboards Australia is one of Australia's largest switchboard manufacturers. With over 115 years of combined experience, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of custom switchboards.

As one of Australia's most highly experienced and innovative switchboard and switchroom manufacturers, we are able to offer a wide range of innovative custom-built solutions for any customer.

You'll see our products installed on thousands of sites throughout Australia and NZ.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Lai Switchboards Australia is one of Australia's largest switchboard manufacturers. With over 115 years of combined experience, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of custom switchboards.

As one of Australia's most experienced and innovative switchboard and switchroom manufacturers, we offer a wide range of custom-built solutions for any customer.

You'll see our innovative products installed on thousands of sites throughout Australia and NZ.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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