Autocad Technician

JP Engineering; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician proficient in AutoCAD and MicroDrainage. This role involves producing high-quality civil engineering drawings, supporting drainage design, and ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in civil engineering, a relevant HNC/HND qualification, and excellent attention to detail. The position offers competitive salary, professional development, and hybrid working options, contributing positively to community projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Hybrid working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong AutoCAD skills including layers, xrefs, and sheet sets.
• Practical experience with MicroDrainage for drainage design.
• Knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals like grading and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Support drainage design and utilities coordination.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Engineering Technician (AutoCAD / MicroDrainage) — Glasgow

We are working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join their busy Glasgow office. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a wide range of infrastructure and development projects across Scotland.

Role

• Produce high‑quality civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Support engineers with foul and surface water drainage design, SuDS layouts, and utilities coordination.
• Use MicroDrainage (WinDes) to model networks, run hydraulic calculations, and optimise stormwater systems.
• Ensure compliance with Scottish Water and local authority standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and contractors in a multidisciplinary environment.

The Candidate

• Strong AutoCAD skills (layers, xrefs, blocks, sheet sets).
• Practical experience with MicroDrainage for drainage design.
• Knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals: levels, grading, utilities, and constructability.
• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Revit or Civil 3D exposure advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with Glasgow market rates.
• Professional development support, including training in Civil 3D, BIM, and drainage design.
• Hybrid working options and a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work on projects that make a positive impact on communities.