CAD Technician

Breathehr; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MHB Consultants in the United Kingdom is seeking a CAD Technician to create detailed 2D and 3D drawings for civil engineering projects, including bridges and geotechnical work. You will work with engineers and project managers to ensure CAD designs meet project specifications and industry standards.

Candidates should have a Diploma or certification in CAD Design or Civil Engineering, 3–5 years’ experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation and Revit.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in CAD Design or Civil Engineering.
• Evidence of CPD progress towards Incorporated or Engineering Technician status.
• 3–5 years of CAD Technician experience in civil engineering.
• Familiarity with BIM standards and ISO 19650 workflows.
• Experience with cloud platforms like BIM 360/ProjectWise.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models for civil engineering projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to reflect design requirements.
• Modify and update drawings with changes and feedback from the design team.
• Maintain organised CAD file records and version control per procedures.
• Carry out administrative functions as required by the Senior Technician.
• Work to project timelines and communicate with Project Managers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Diploma in CAD Design

Civil Engineering certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

As a CAD Technician, you will be required to work independently, creating detailed and accurate technical drawings and models for various civil engineering projects in the fields of bridges, civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering.

You will work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure that designs are effectively translated into CAD drawings, adhering to project specifications and industry standards.

• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models for various civil engineering projects.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to ensure drawings accurately reflect design requirements.
• Modify and update drawings as required, incorporating changes and feedback from the design team.
• Maintain organised records of CAD files, ensuring that all documents are stored and controlled according to company procedures.
• Carry out administrative functions as required by the Senior Technician.
• Work to project timelines, budgets, and communication with Project Managers

Person Specification

Education

Diploma or certification in CAD Design, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development progress towards Incorporated or Engineering Technician status.

Skills

• Proficient in using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Revit.
• Good understanding of civil engineering design principles.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Experience

• Typically, 3-5 years of experience as a CAD Technician in a civil engineering consultancy or related field.
• Awareness of BIM standards and ISO 19650 workflows.
• Familiarity with databases, cloud-based collaboration platforms (e.g., BIM 360/ProjectWise).

Personal Attributes

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work within deadlines.

Additional Notes

Candidates should have availability to spend 4-5 days in the office weekly.

Why Consider this Role?

The company has a "can do" attitude. A chance to prove yourself at a growing company. Lots of opportunities to gain business experience, dealing with the full cycle of business activities from winning work, carrying it out, as well as developing and running a design team.

About Our Company

MHB Consultants was established in 2006 and currently has 75 staff based in four offices (Glasgow, Edinburgh, York and London). Our Workload is 70% design work in the rail industry, with the balance in transportation, energy, heavy civil engineering, and structural sectors. Our company aims to provide practical solutions to save money for our clients.

MHB became an Employee-Owned company in July 2020, as an employee-owned business MHB is always looking for capable and self-motivated team members who want to join a successful business and share in our future success.