CAD Technician

VIQU Ltd; Stone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the nuclear sector is seeking a CAD Technician to assist with design and modification tasks, focusing on control systems, electrical hardware, and instrumentation projects. The position is located in Stone, with a hybrid work model. Candidates should have knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and experience in the nuclear or regulated sectors. This role offers 28 days holiday and various health benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Health and lifestyle benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience in designing and modifying instrument loop drawings and circuit diagrams.
• Good understanding of electrical panels containing PLCs or DCS.
• Knowledge of control, electrical, and instrumentation circuits.
• Awareness of BS7671 - IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD tasks, including drawing modifications.
• Convert legacy files from PDFs or TIFFs into editable CAD formats.
• Design and update instrument loop and circuit diagrams.
• Support the development of electrical hardware systems.
• Contribute to testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

Instrument loop drawings

Circuit and control diagrams

Electrical panels with PLCs or DCS

Control systems

Electrical circuits

Job description

CAD Technician - Nuclear Sector

Location: Stone, Staffordshire (3 days per week on-site)
Type: Contract/Long-term opportunity

VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation in the nuclear sector to support the search for a skilled CAD Technician. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a highly regulated and growing industry, working on complex control systems, electrical hardware design, and instrumentation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD tasks, including drawing modifications.
• Convert Legacy files from PDFs or TIFFs into editable CAD formats.
• Design and update instrument loop and circuit diagrams.
• Support the development of electrical hardware systems, mainly using proprietary components for control panels.
• Apply knowledge of control systems and electrical circuits to deliver practical solutions.
• Contribute to testing and commissioning activities when required.
• Work collaboratively to develop technical solutions that meet project expectations.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience in designing and modifying:
  • Instrument loop drawings
  • Circuit and control diagrams
• Good understanding of electrical panels containing PLCs or DCS.
• Knowledge of control, electrical, and instrumentation circuits.
• Awareness of relevant standards, including:
  • BS7671 - IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • IEC BS EN #removed# - Low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design, installation, testing, and commissioning documentation or activities.
• Prior experience in regulated sectors (eg, nuclear, utilities, infrastructure) is advantageous.

What's in it for you

• Enter the secure and high-demand nuclear sector
• 28 days holiday
• Health and lifestyle benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme

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