CAD / BIM Technician

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a CAD Technician to contribute to the growth of a leading ground engineering group. You will produce high-quality technical drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and BIM tools, while applying CAD standards across civil projects.

The role requires willingness to learn and collaborate within a nationwide CAD team, with flexibility on location and project mix. The successful candidate will have 2+ years in Civil/CAD, be fully conversant in AutoCAD, and comfortable working in a

Qualifications

• BEng, HNC or similar in Civil Engineering, CAD or related course with at least 2 years’ experience.
• EngTech membership desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering drawings core to reports, contract documentation and project tenders.
• Adhere to published CAD standards for Ground Engineering.
• Be flexible and adaptable regarding CAD task programmes to meet client and project requirements.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and with senior engineering staff.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Navisworks

MicroStation

OpenGround

ProjectWise

Geotechnical software

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

HNC or similar in CAD/Civil

EngTech desirable

Tools

OpenGround

ProjectWise

HoleBase

Civil 3D workflows

Job description

Job Description

Overview

If you are looking for a CAD/BIM Technician role and have the drive and enthusiasm to embrace new challenges, here’s an opportunity to play a key part in the further growth of one of the leading ground engineering groups in the world.

With nearly 400 professionals, AtkinsRealis geotechnical reputation is built on the skills, excellence and commitment of our people in all aspects of geotechnical engineering. We see a bright future as we adapt and strengthen our technical expertise in growth areas, such as Energy, Mass Transit and Major Infrastructure.

The team have undertaken prestigious and notable work for a number of key clients such as the HS2 and East-West Rail schemes, as well as projects for TFL, Anglian Water, Network Rail, National Highways, Transport Scotland and EDF.

We are flexible on location and across our hub offices we have a great opportunity for a CAD Technician to be part of our CAD team and help to deliver a wide range of projects in the infrastructure and energy sectors. You’ll need to be fully conversant with AutoCAD.

This is a crucial role to the business therefore you’ll be on a fast learning path and given the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects.

We are looking for a talented, ambitious and enthusiastic candidate. You should be curious about the world around you, interested in engineering and always want to learn more.

Your role

• Working knowledge of Autodesk Software’s including AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Navisworks.
• Working knowledge of Bentley Software’s including MicroStation, OpenGround and ProjectWise.
• Knowledge of Keyhole/HoleBase geotechnical software.
• To provide Engineering drawings which are core to the business and will form part of essential reports, contract documentation and project tenders etc.
• To apply and adhere to published CAD standards for Ground Engineering.
• Must be flexible and adaptable regarding CAD task programmes with respect to both client and project requirements.

About you

The successful candidate will be expected to have the following core attributes:

• Be able to work with limited supervision.
• Be willing to learn new software.
• Ability to collaborate successfully within a project and team environment but also to work independently.
• Have the desire and confidence to create neat and accurate technical drawings.
• Be a team player with creativity, dedication, good communication skills and able to communicate well with senior engineering staff about project objectives and details.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible and engaging with resilience, drive, and self-motivation.
• A self-reliant work ethic with sound time management skills.
• BEng, HNC or similar in Civil Engineering, CAD or related course with at least 2 years’ experience.
• A member of (or working towards) an appropriate professional body such as: Engineering Technician (EngTech) is desirable.
• Have an understanding of Civil Engineering.
• Ability to produce models using Civil 3D.
• Be fully conversant in AutoCAD.
• Be able to produce high quality output from CAD systems for use in contract documents and reports in a civil engineering environment.
• Experience working in a BIM environment.
• Hold the motivation to work effectively as a fully participating member of a busy nationwide CAD team within the business.
• Have ability and desire to work on a diverse range of projects, good organisation skills, able to prioritize and manage tasks effectively.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Rewards and benefits – Careers at AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis_, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.