CAD Technician

Hexagon; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training, personal development and HEI

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday off

Flexible, agile working when role Perm

Job summary

Hexagon is seeking a CAD Technician to join our multidisciplinary rail design team in the UK. You will produce high-quality 2D and 3D drawings across AutoCAD, Revit and Civils 3D, and help prepare technical documents to support design approvals.

You will work with engineers and architects on rail depots nationwide, ensure BIM standards, participate in design reviews, and mentor junior staff. A degree or HND in build environment and at least two years of civil engineering experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in build environment or equivalent is required.
• EngTech (ICE) membership or working towards qualification is preferred.
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Civils 3D, Navisworks and Recap is expected.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams are essential.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and a valid driving licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D drawings using Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit, Civils 3D, Navisworks & Recap).
• Assist with production of technical documents such as risk assessments, reports, specifications and design approvals.
• Maintain document control in IMS and file incoming drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and stakeholders for accurate design integration.
• Conduct clash detection and resolve design conflicts per project requirements.
• Mentor and train junior team members to promote best practice.
• Attend design meetings, take minutes and contribute to reviews.
• Support maintenance of company standards and BIM libraries.
• Ensure outputs comply with standards, BIM requirements and client specs.
• Manage time and budgets to project milestones and programmes.
• Undertake site visits and surveys as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree or HND in build environment

EngTech (ICE) membership or in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civils 3D

Navisworks

Recap

Job description

We are seeking a CAD Technician to join our multidisciplinary team specialising in the design of rail projects across the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality CAD drawings and technical documentation across multiple disciplines, ensuring compliance with CAD standards and design requirements.

About Hexagon

Hexagon is a multidisciplinary provider of pre-construction services and design management for rail depots and bespoke projects. We work with various disciplines, offering complete rail infrastructure design solutions nationwide.

With 10 years of experience delivering complete design packages across the UK rail infrastructure through our complete in-house specialists.

To achieve our promise of being specialist providers of pre-construction services and design management for UK rail infrastructure, we have established our core values as Innovative visionaries, likable and personable, knowledgeable and competent, passionate, positive and determined.

Accountabilities:

• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D technical drawings using Autodesk products, including AutoCAD, Revit, Civils 3D, Navisworks & Recap.
• Assist with the production of technical documents such as risk assessments, reports, specifications, and design approvals.
• Undertake design supporting administrative duties such as filing incoming drawings and documents, completion of the document issue register in accordance with the company’s IMS.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and efficient design integration.
• Conduct clash detection and resolve design conflicts in line with project requirements.
• Mentor, supervise and provide training to junior team members, promoting best practice and technical excellence.
• Attend design meetings, take minutes and contribute to reviews and problem-solving discussions.
• Support the maintenance of company standards and libraries.
• Ensure all project outputs comply with company standards and procedures, BIM requirements, relevant industry regulations, and specific client standards.
• Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programme.
• Input into KPI and data collection.
• Undertake site visits and surveys as required.

The Person:

• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification related to the build environment.
• EngTech (ICE) Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or working towards qualification.
• Minimum 2+ years of civil engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk products, including AutoCAD, Revit, Civils 3D, Navisworks & Recap
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A valid driving licence, and willingness to travel to sites.

The Specifics:

• Hours: 08:00am – 17:00pm
• Contract: Full-time/Permanent
• Salary: Competitive based on experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

Hexagon is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from everyone. We promote an open and transparent culture and a workplace where everyone feels included and is treated fairly and respectfully. If you need help with your application, don’t hesitate to contact us.

• 24 days annual leave and bank holidays
• Birthday off
• We provide flexible, agile working availability to roles where jobs permit
• Training, personal development and higher education support