CAD Engineer

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Wakefield is seeking an experienced CAD Engineer to join their team. You will create 2D and 3D designs for drainage and civil systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards. An exciting opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects awaits. Competitive salary between £30,000-£45,000, with benefits that include a pension scheme and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Ongoing career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a CDM Engineer or related role in the Water sector.
• Impressive portfolio demonstrating ability to produce accurate designs.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D and 3D designs for drainage and civil systems.
• Assist with design delivery throughout all project stages.
• Conduct site visits and investigations using GPS tools.

Skills

2D and 3D design

Communication skills

CDM policies understanding

Technical software tools

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

BIM platforms (BIM360, ACC)

Job description

Overview

Ready to take the next step towards professional excellence and development?

Our client is looking for an experienced CAD Engineer to drive and promote innovation and brilliance within the Water sector. Joining in a permanent position, within our client's leading civil engineering firm, you would be expected to work on-site from our client's Wakefield office. This exciting opportunity will give you the chance to play a crucial role in the creation and development of several Infrastructure and Non-Infrastructure projects, as an invaluable member of a skilled workforce.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £30,000-£45,000 (depending on experience).
• Company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D and 3D designs for drainage and civil systems, with regards to client requirements and industry standards, using tools like Civil 3D, AutoCAD and BIM.
• Assist with design delivery throughout all project stages, with a focus on specifications, reports, estimates, technical reviews, and calculations.
• Work alongside various multidisciplinary professionals, supporting project planning processes, and the maintenance of effective and transparent communication.
• Implement all UK water industry knowledge and key hydraulic design procedures into all project elements.
• Conduct site visits and investigations, using GPS tools, to develop PCI data and implement all design works into BIM models, when necessary.
• Ensure full alignment with Health and Safety and CDM policies and procedures, whilst maintaining ISO 2001 quality standards.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a CDM Engineer, or a related role, creating 2D and 3D designs for projects within the Water sector.
• An impressive portfolio of previous works demonstrating strong ability to produce and develop accurate drawings for Drainage and Civil systems.
• Ability to build and maintain rapport with clients, stakeholders, and other professional teams, with strong communication skills.
• Solid understanding of CDM policies and regulations, risk management procedures, and health and safety practices.
• Strong technical background with an understanding of relevant software tools, such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and BIM platforms (BIM360 and ACC)