CAD Technician

Advance TRS; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK engineering consultancy seeks an experienced CAD Technician in Slough for a contract position. The role involves producing CAD drawings, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with engineers. The ideal candidate has strong AutoCAD and/or MicroStation skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently and within a team. This contract offers £30-£35 per hour and the opportunity for long-term engagement in interesting engineering projects.

Benefits

£30-£35 per hour

Long-term contract stability

Structured professional environment

Opportunity to work with engineering professionals

Qualifications

• Experience producing and managing CAD drawings in a professional consultancy environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce and modify CAD drawings for live engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal CAD standards.
• Support document control and electronic project administration.
• Collaborate with engineers to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Strong CAD experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation

High attention to detail and accuracy

Confident IT skills

Clear communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Title: CAD Technician

Salary: £30-£35 per hour (outside IR35)

Location: Slough

Type: Contract | Outside IR35 | Full-time | On-site / hybrid (depending on project needs)

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to support ongoing engineering projects based in Slough. This is a hands‑on contract role suited to someone confident producing and managing CAD drawings within a professional consultancy environment. You'll be working alongside established technical teams, contributing to live projects from day one.

About the Client

Our client is a well‑established UK engineering consultancy known for delivering high‑quality technical solutions across complex infrastructure projects. They pride themselves on strong technical standards, collaboration, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and modify CAD drawings for live engineering projects
• Ensure all drawings comply with internal CAD standards
• Support electronic project administration and document control
• Issue drawings and technical documentation via ProjectWise
• Collaborate with engineers and technical teams to meet project deadlines

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Strong CAD experience using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident IT skills with the ability to adapt to new systems quickly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider technical team
• Clear communication skills
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is advantageous

What Our Client Offers

• £30-£35 per hour, outside IR35
• Long‑term contract stability
• Exposure to technically interesting, real‑world projects
• Professional, structured working environment
• Opportunity to work with experienced engineering professionals

Eligibility

• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to work on a contract basis outside IR35

Opportunity for Growth

This role offers strong long‑term contract potential and exposure to high‑quality engineering projects, making it ideal for a CAD professional looking to strengthen their consultancy experience and technical portfolio.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.