CAD Designer

Morson Human Resources Limited; Cambuslang; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Scottish Power Transmissions is recruiting a CAD Designer to join the Cambuslang team on a contract basis. The role focuses on producing high-quality Civil, Structural and Cable drawings for transmission projects and supporting BIM workflows.

You will interpret technical drawings, develop plans and layouts, and collaborate with Civil, Structural, Cable and Electrical engineers to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of civil/structural design and engineering drawing principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Experience producing plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and technical details.
• Good communication skills and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outputs.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear, accurate 2D/3D Civil, Structural & Cable drawings for substation and transmission projects.
• Create GA layouts, RC detailing, Duct & Trench Arrangements, Drainage Layouts, and Structural Details.
• Support BIM workflows, model coordination, and drawing-standards compliance.
• Update drawings from engineering markups and contribute to design-change processes.
• Work closely with Civil, Structural, Cable and Electrical Engineering teams.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and documentation.

Skills

Civil/Structural design

Engineering drawing interpretation

Plan/sections/elevations detailing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Vault

ProjectWise

Job description

Our client Scottish Power Transmissions are currently recruiting for a CAD Designer to join their team based in Cambuslang on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced Civil CAD Designer preferably with Revit experience. For more information on this role see below:

Scottish Power is delivering a major 5-year programme to upgrade and expand
Scotland’s electricity transmission network, supporting the transition to clean energy
and strengthening national infrastructure. As part of this investment, SP Energy
Networks is growing its Design Services team and seeking a Civil, Structural / Cable
CAD Designer to help produce high-quality models and drawings for transmission
projects.

What You’ll Do

• Produce clear, accurate 2D/3D Civil, Structural & Cable drawings for substation and transmission projects.
• Create GA layouts, RC detailing, Duct & Trench Arrangements, Drainage Layouts, and Structural Details.
• Support BIM workflows, model coordination, and drawing-standards compliance.
• Update drawings from engineering markups and contribute to design-change processes.
• Work closely with Civil, Structural, Cable and Electrical Engineering teams.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong understanding of Civil/Structural design and engineering drawing principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Experience producing plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and technical details.
• Good communication skills and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outputs.
• HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).

Desirable

• Experience with Autodesk tools such as Revit, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Vault, ACC or ProjectWise.
• Knowledge of BIM Level 2 workflows and common data environments.
• Understanding of British Standards and transmission-related design.
• Familiarity with digital engineering processes and model coordination tools.