CAD Engineer

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Career progression

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a leading fire and electronic security business to recruit a CAD Engineer. The role focuses on producing detailed electrical, fire and security drawings and design documentation for UK projects, using AutoCAD (Revit beneficial).

The position is hybrid/home-based with travel to client sites as required. You will work closely with project teams, ensure compliance with specifications and maintain drawing revisions.

Qualifications

• Experience producing detailed CAD drawings for fire alarm, electronic security and electrical projects.
• Background in electrical engineering, building services or low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for fire alarm, electronic security and electrical engineering projects.
• Create and amend technical layouts, schematics and installation drawings.
• Work closely with project engineers and design teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure drawings comply with client specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and drawing revisions.
• Support the successful delivery of multiple projects across the UK.

Skills

CAD drawing

Electrical design

Fire & Security

Project coordination

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

CAD Engineer - Fire & Electronic Security

Location: Hybrid (Home-Based) | Gloucestershire / Worcestershire (M5 Corridor)

Salary: Up to £35,000 + £2,000 Security Clearance Uplift + 25 Days Holiday + Pension + Excellent Benefits

CAD Engineer | Revit | AutoCAD | Fire & Security | Electrical Design | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced CAD Engineer looking to join a leading international provider of fire detection, electronic security and life safety systems?

Our client is an established and growing organisation delivering complex, high-profile projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a talented CAD Engineer to support the design and delivery of specialist fire and electronic security solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that offers hybrid working, long-term career progression and the chance to work on technically challenging projects.

The Role

As a CAD Engineer, you will be responsible for producing accurate technical drawings and design documentation for a range of electrical, fire and electronic security projects. Working closely with project teams, design engineers and clients, you will ensure all drawings are produced to the highest standards and comply with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for fire alarm, electronic security and electrical engineering projects.
• Create and amend technical layouts, schematics and installation drawings.
• Work closely with project engineers and design teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure drawings comply with client specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and drawing revisions.
• Support the successful delivery of multiple projects across the UK.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a CAD Engineer, CAD Technician or CAD Designer.
• Strong experience using AutoCAD (Revit experience would also be beneficial).
• Background in electrical engineering, building services or low-voltage systems.
• Experience producing detailed technical drawings for construction or engineering projects.
• Fire alarm or electronic security design experience is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Security Clearance

Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, applicants must be UK Nationals and willing to undergo high-level security screening. Upon successfully obtaining security clearance, an additional £2,000 salary uplift will be applied.

Location

This is a hybrid/home-based position with occasional travel to the company's head office.

Candidates located along the M5 corridor are particularly encouraged to apply, including:

• Worcester
• Gloucester
• Tewkesbury
• Hereford
• Stratford-upon-Avon
• Cheltenham
• Evesham
• Birmingham
• Bristol

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £35,000 basic salary
• £2,000 salary uplift following successful security clearance
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you're looking to develop your career with a market-leading fire and electronic security specialist delivering prestigious UK projects, we'd love to hear from you.