CAD Technician

Permanent Futures Limited; Drax; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Futures Limited seeks an experienced CAD Draughtsperson on a fixed-term contract to support upcoming projects. You will conduct site surveys, update existing drawings and produce mechanical and P&ID drawings for power, chemical, and process plant environments, with an immediate start.

You should be proficient in AutoCAD 2D; 3D is a bonus, and you will produce isometric drawings, interpret P&IDs, and ensure compliance with client specifications.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering qualifications or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven track record of site survey/measuring work (Power Station, Chemical, or Process Plant projects).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D; 3D experience is a bonus.
• Ability to produce isometric drawings and interpret P&IDs.
• Competent with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Independent, self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running.
• Full driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and measurements at client facilities.
• Prepare and update mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Produce AutoCAD 2D drawings; 3D experience is a bonus.
• Generate isometric drawings for project deliverables.
• Ensure drawings meet client specifications and industry standards.
• Work in compliance with all site safety requirements (training, Safety Passport, and PPE provided).

Skills

Site surveys

P&IDs interpretation

Isometric drawings

Independent professional

Self-motivation

On-site work readiness

Driving licence

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

AutoCAD 3D

MS 365

Job description

We are seeking an experienced CAD Draughtsperson (Contract) to support upcoming projects on a fixed-term/contract basis. This role involves site surveys, updating existing drawings, and producing new mechanical and P&ID drawings within power, chemical, and process plant environments. We will consider applicants from Graduate level upwards.

Scope of Work:

• Conduct site surveys and measurements at client facilities.
• Prepare and update mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Produce AutoCAD 2D drawings (3D desirable, not essential).
• Generate isometric drawings for project deliverables.
• Ensure drawings meet client specifications and industry standards.
• Work in compliance with all site safety requirements (training, Safety Passport, and PPE provided).

Contractor Profile:

• Mechanical Engineering qualifications or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven track record of site survey/measuring work (Power Station, Chemical, or Process Plant projects).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D (3D experience a bonus).
• Ability to produce isometric drawings and interpret P&IDs.
• Competent with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Independent, self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running.
• Full driving licence essential.

Contract Details:

• Contract length: 6 months (renewable)
• Immediate start available.
• Work will involve both office-based CAD work and on-site surveys.
• Some WFH available after initial settling in period

If you are an experienced Draughtsperson looking for your next contract assignment, we would be keen to discuss this opportunity with you