Lead 3D Designers – Civil & Structural & Electrical

Australian Drafting & Design Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Drafting & Design Pty Ltd in Perth is seeking Lead Designers specializing in Civil & Structural (C&S) and Electrical Design for immediate contract opportunities with our engineering consultancy clients.

You will lead multidisciplinary 3D design, manage detailed models and drawings, and provide technical leadership throughout design and drafting processes. Experience in electrical substation design is a distinct advantage.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior or lead design role within engineering consultancy.
• Strong proficiency in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience in 3D modelling and detailed engineering design.
• Experience in electrical substation design is a distinct advantage.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary design packages and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate 3D design and drafting across Civil, Structural and Electrical disciplines.
• Develop and manage detailed 3D models and drawings.
• Produce high-quality 2D drawings from 3D models.
• Review drawings for accuracy and compliance with project specs.
• Coordinate interfaces with engineers and other disciplines.
• Identify and resolve design clashes and constructability issues.
• Provide technical guidance to designers and drafters.
• Ensure deliverables meet deadlines and client requirements.

Skills

Lead design experience

Civil/Structural design

Electrical design

3D modelling

Team leadership

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead Designers - Civil & Structural and Electrical 3 positions available

Immediate Start | Engineering & Design Projects | Contract Opportunities

About the Opportunity

Australian Drafting & Design Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Lead Designers specialising in Civil & Structural (C&S) and Electrical Design for immediate contract opportunities with one of our established engineering consultancy clients.

We are looking for highly skilled design professionals who can take ownership of complex 3D design packages, coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables and provide technical leadership throughout the design and drafting process.

Previous experience in electrical substation design, including associated civil, structural and electrical infrastructure, will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate 3D design and drafting activities across Civil & Structural and Electrical disciplines.

Develop and manage detailed 3D models, engineering drawings and associated design documentation.

Produce high-quality 2D drawings extracted from 3D models.

Review drawings and models to ensure accuracy, consistency and compliance with project specifications.

Coordinate design interfaces with engineers, designers and other project disciplines.

Identify and resolve design clashes, constructability issues and technical discrepancies.

Provide technical guidance and support to other designers and drafters.

Ensure design deliverables meet project deadlines, client requirements and applicable engineering standards.

Skills & Experience

To be successful, you will ideally demonstrate:

Extensive experience in a senior or lead design role within an engineering consultancy or project environment.

Strong proficiency in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.

Demonstrated experience in 3D modelling and detailed engineering design.

Experience working on industrial, infrastructure, resources or multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Experience in electrical substation design, including substation layouts, equipment arrangements, foundations, structural steelwork and associated electrical infrastructure, will be considered a distinct advantage.

Sound understanding of relevant engineering design standards and drafting practices.

Ability to interpret engineering specifications, layouts and technical documentation.

Excellent coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple design deliverables.

Previous experience leading design teams or coordinating multidisciplinary design packages will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

Immediate start for suitably qualified candidates.

Contract opportunities with an established engineering consultancy.

Competitive hourly rates, commensurate with experience.

Exposure to technically challenging engineering projects.

Professional and collaborative working environment.

Opportunity to take a leading role in delivering multidisciplinary engineering design packages.