Cad Technician

Hudson Shribman; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to focus on 2D AutoCAD panel layouts and electrical schematics. This onsite role involves producing accurate drawings and collaborating with engineers on control panel design. Strong 2D AutoCAD experience and electrical knowledge are required. The contract is set to start in January and lasts until the end of March, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Experience with 2D AutoCAD in a non-3D role.
• Understanding of control panel layouts.
• Previous experience in industrial automation or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D panel layout drawings.
• Work with engineers to develop design packages.
• Configure and utilise AutoCAD Electrical.
• Interpret engineering notes and design briefs.
• Support document control and drawing revision management.

Skills

Strong 2D AutoCAD experience

Electrical knowledge

Ability to work independently

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

CAD Technician (AutoCAD - Electrical Panels & Schematics)

£c35/ hr ltd

ABJ7686 - outside IR35 Hants/ Dorset

Contract: Dec/ Jan-Mar 2026 (3m with potential extension)

A new position for an experienced CAD technician (not 3D CAD) is urgently required for a leading engineering services company for new upcoming projects to support upcoming project delivery.

This role focuses on 2D AutoCAD panel layouts and electrical schematics for bespoke control systems with automation and industrial engineering industries.

This is an ONSITE role with occasional client site visits (not remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D panel layout drawings and electrical schematics.
• Work with engineers to develop design packages for control panels and associated assemblies.
• Configure and utilise AutoCAD Electrical where applicable.
• Interpret engineering notes, design briefs, and standards to create compliant drawings.
• Support document control and drawing revision management.

Requirements

• Strong 2D AutoCAD experience (non-3D role).
• Electrical knowledge and understanding of control panel layouts.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical (preferred).
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Previous experience in industrial automation, utilities, or manufacturing environments beneficial.

Contract Details

• Start: Before Christmas ideal, but likely January.
• Duration: Jan-end of March with potential extension based on incoming projects.

How to Apply

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson quoting ABJ7686 on (T: (phone number removed) / +44 (0)(phone number removed). Send CV to