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Job Description Designer
Location: North Acton London
Salary:Benefits
Agency: DC Solutions Services
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading architectural glazing manufacturer based in North Acton. The company specialises in the design fabrication and installation of high-performance aluminium glazing solutions including slim-profile windows sliding and pivot doors rooflights and bespoke glass structures.
You will join the design team and play a pivotal role in shaping technically robust and visually elegant glazing products for a variety of residential and commercial applications.
Main Function of the Job
To design and manage architectural glazing projects from the initial design stage through to pre-production ensuring technical accuracy compliance with building regulations and seamless transition to manufacturing and installation.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
- Produce detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings for custom windows sliding and pivot doors rooflights and other glazing systems.
- Manage designs from concept through pre-production ensuring clarity for manufacturing and installation teams.
- Collaborate with architects structural engineers contractors and clients to refine designs and resolve technical challenges.
- Attend site meetings and surveys as required to gather information and validate design solutions.
- Support production handover liaising with fabrication and installation teams to ensure design intent is maintained on site.
- Maintain design records standards documents and project CRM data with accuracy.
- Provide technical support and design assistance to sales and surveying teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards.
- Comply with company Health Safety and Environmental policies and complete relevant risk assessments.
Knowledge Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum 3 years professional design experience ideally within the glazing architectural aluminium or façade industry.
- Proficient in AutoCAD (2D) and comfortable producing 3D representations (any CAD/BIM tools advantageous).
- Strong understanding of building regulations performance requirements and technical detailing for windows and doors.
- Good geometry skills with the ability to sketch concepts freehand.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
- Creative problem-solving ability and a proactive mindset.
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with limited supervision.
- 3D modelling capability and familiarity with advanced CAD/BIM tools.
- Experience conducting site surveys.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of benefits
- Opportunity to work on technically challenging architectural glazing projects
- Supportive team environment and opportunities for personal development
Required Experience:
IC
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- Active Directory
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- System Administrations
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- hardware
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