CAD Designer

British Pipeline Agency Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry seeks a skilled designer to execute and prepare engineering drawings. The role requires proficiency in CAD software and strong experience in the oil and gas sector. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation, with a focus on ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution)

Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Family-friendly policies

Employee assistance support scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing drawings for oil and gas engineering.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Execute designs through the official drawing office workflow.
• Prepare preliminary sketches, flow sheets, layouts, and detailed drawings.

Skills

CAD Software

Site Surveying

Data Gathering Techniques

Tools

AutoCAD

Vault

3D Plant

Point Cloud

Job description

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell—two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and providing our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our active membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Execute designs through the official drawing office workflow, utilising task request forms raised by engineers to ensure proper tracking and approval.
2. Receive and review drawing requirements from Project Engineers and ensure alignment with project goals and specifications.
3. Prepare preliminary sketches, flow sheets, layouts, material take-offs, schedules, detailed drawings, and supporting documentation.

What will you need:

• Proven experience in preparing drawings and other design documentation for oil and gas engineering or associated industries e.g., water, nuclear, process, etc.
• Proficient in using CAD software packages such as AutoCAD, Vault, 3D Plant, and Point Cloud for drawing preparation.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of site surveying and data gathering techniques and familiarity with Ordnance Survey map work.

Benefits include:

• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Family-friendly policies
• Employee assistance support scheme

Diversity & Inclusion

Research has shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all requirements. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.