CAD Technician

AmcoGiffen; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health Cash Plan

Employee rewards scheme

Referral programme

Training & EngTech support

Career progression

Safe working environment

Rail infrastructure projects

Job summary

AmcoGiffen’s in-house Civil & Structural Design team in York is seeking a CAD Technician to support engineers in producing high-quality drawings for permanent works across rail infrastructure projects.

You will work closely with designers to develop concepts through to detailed design, contribute to BIM delivery where required, and benefit from ongoing training and clear career progression within a safety‑focused, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience producing engineering drawings within a civil engineering, infrastructure or construction environment.
• Knowledge of CAD software and engineering drawing standards.
• Understanding of civil engineering and infrastructure design principles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate technical information.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce and develop engineering drawings and technical details in accordance with company and industry CAD standards.
• Support the delivery of permanent works designs across rail infrastructure and accessibility projects.
• Assist in the development of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design.
• Interpret engineering information and accurately translate design requirements into technical drawings.
• Challenge project briefs where appropriate and contribute ideas that support innovative and practical engineering solutions.
• Assist with site inspections, surveys and data collection activities to inform design development.
• Ensure drawings and technical outputs are accurate, coordinated and compliant with relevant standards and specifications.
• Support the management of design documentation, revisions and technical records.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, technicians and project delivery teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to Designer's Risk Assessments and support Safe by Design principles.
• Support BIM‑led project delivery where required.
• Assist with the ongoing development of efficient CAD processes, tools and best practices.

Skills

CAD software

Civil engineering

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

BIM

Job description

CAD Technician – Civils & Structures Design

Location

York

Sector

Rail Infrastructure ¦ Civil & Structural Engineering

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CAD Technician to join our expanding in‑house Civil & Structural Design team based in York. As we continue to invest in our design capability, we are developing a dedicated Permanent Works Infrastructure Design team to support a growing portfolio of rail infrastructure projects nationwide. This role will play a key part in delivering high-quality engineering drawings and technical support across a wide range of infrastructure schemes, including Access for All (AfA) projects, Electrification and Power (E&P) schemes, Project Reach programmes, lineside civils works and station infrastructure enhancements. Based on the existing York design team role profile and updated business requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious technician looking to build a long‑term career within a dynamic and growing rail design environment while working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health Cash Plan and employee rewards scheme
• Employee referral programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support towards professional development and EngTech accreditation
• Clear career progression pathways within the Design & Engineering team
• Safe, inclusive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant rail infrastructure projects

About The Team

Our in‑house Design & Engineering team delivers multidisciplinary civil and structural engineering solutions across a wide range of railway infrastructure projects. Working closely with major framework clients and project delivery teams, we support projects from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and construction support. As our infrastructure portfolio continues to grow, we are expanding the York team to support increasing demand across accessibility, enhancement and infrastructure renewal programmes.

Typical projects include:

• Access for All (AfA) schemes
• Station upgrades and platform works
• Electrification and Power (E&P) infrastructure schemes
• Project Reach and rail enhancement programmes
• Lineside civils and access improvements
• Bridges, retaining structures and drainage improvements
• Footbridges, ramps and station accessibility infrastructure
• Civil engineering works associated with multidisciplinary rail projects

The Role

As a CAD Technician, you will support engineers and designers in the production of high-quality engineering drawings, models and technical documentation for permanent works infrastructure projects. You'll work closely with engineers and project teams to develop innovative and practical design solutions, ensuring all outputs meet relevant standards, quality requirements and client expectations. This role offers excellent exposure to a broad range of rail infrastructure projects and provides a strong platform for developing both technical and professional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and develop engineering drawings and technical details in accordance with company and industry CAD standards.
• Support the delivery of permanent works designs across rail infrastructure and accessibility projects.
• Assist in the development of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design.
• Interpret engineering information and accurately translate design requirements into technical drawings.
• Challenge project briefs where appropriate and contribute ideas that support innovative and practical engineering solutions.
• Assist with site inspections, surveys and data collection activities to inform design development.
• Ensure drawings and technical outputs are accurate, coordinated and compliant with relevant standards and specifications.
• Support the management of design documentation, revisions and technical records.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, technicians and project delivery teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to Designer's Risk Assessments and support Safe by Design principles.
• Support BIM‑led project delivery where required.
• Assist with the ongoing development of efficient CAD processes, tools and best practices.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable individual who is eager to contribute to the delivery of high-quality rail infrastructure projects while continuing their professional development.

Essential Requirements

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience producing engineering drawings within a civil engineering, infrastructure or construction environment.
• Knowledge of CAD software and engineering drawing standards.
• Understanding of civil engineering and infrastructure design principles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate technical information.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work across multiple projects.

Desirable

• Experience working within the rail sector.
• Exposure to bridges, stations, property assets, lineside civils or accessibility projects.
• Understanding of BIM principles and digital design delivery.
• CSCS Professionally Qualified Person card or equivalent.
• Sentinel PTS certification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Working towards EngTech accreditation with a relevant professional institution.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing and highly respected in‑house design team at an exciting stage of its development. You'll gain experience working on a diverse portfolio of rail infrastructure projects, including major accessibility and enhancement schemes that improve journeys for rail passengers across the UK. Along the way, you'll receive the support, training and mentoring needed to develop your technical expertise and progress your career within the engineering profession.

The Company

Why AmcoGiffen?

You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit. AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high‑quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen

We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent. We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation. Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork. AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro‑actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non‑membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.

Health & Wellbeing

Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.