CAD Technician - Water

Tetra Tech; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking water-industry CAD Technicians to support major AMP8/AMP9 programmes across the UK.

You will produce drawings, models, schedules and diagrams through the design lifecycle, collaborating with engineers, modellers and other specialists to ensure high-quality outputs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant HNC in engineering, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit) and a good understanding of water treatment processes and pipelines.

Qualifications

• A relevant HNC in an engineering subject, or equivalent, is required.
• Experience in the water industry is essential, alongside a full driving licence.
• Experience in civil and structural design, reinforcement detailing and MEICA design would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with construction methods, equipment and materials used in water infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Technical CAD production to support projects through all design stages.
• Collaboration and communication with design teams across disciplines.
• Water industry knowledge applied to project requirements and pipelines.
• Standards and QA: follow CAD standards, apply QA procedures, ensure accuracy.
• Digital and design capability with AutoCAD; Civil 3D and/or Revit desirable; understanding BIM and P+IDs.

Skills

Technical CAD production

Collaboration & communication

Water industry knowledge

Standards & QA focus

Digital & design capability

Education

HNC in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

BIM

Job description

Support the delivery of major wastewater and clean water programmes across the UK at Tetra Tech

Purpose and scope of the role:

Tetra Tech’s Water Consultancy is recruiting water industry experienced CAD Technicians to join our growing team working across the UK. You will support the delivery of clean water and wastewater projects from feasibility through to outline and detailed design, contributing to major AMP8 and AMP9 programmes that help address pollution, flooding and wider water industry challenges. Working closely with engineers, modellers and other technical specialists, you will produce drawings, models, schedules and diagrams across the project lifecycle, ensuring quality outputs that support delivery for leading water industry clients.

Your impact in this position:

You will play an important role in delivering high-quality technical outputs that support major water projects and long-term frameworks. In the short term, you will work closely with senior and principal engineers to meet project needs and develop robust CAD outputs. Over time, you will strengthen standards, support junior colleagues and help improve the quality and consistency of delivery across the team.

• Technical CAD production – Proven experience producing and modifying drawings, models, schedules and diagrams to support projects through all stages of the design lifecycle.
• Collaboration and communication – Ability to liaise effectively with design teams, understand project requirements and work across disciplines to deliver quality outputs.
• Water industry knowledge – Good understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes, networks and pipelines, with experience in consultancy or a similar engineering environment.
• Standards and quality focus – Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow CAD standards, apply QA procedures and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Digital and design capability – Proficiency in AutoCAD, with experience of Civil 3D and/or Revit desirable, together with an understanding of BIM, intelligent P+IDs and related data management tools.

Skills, qualifications and experience:

A relevant HNC in an engineering subject, or equivalent, is required. Experience in the water industry is essential, alongside a full driving licence. Experience in civil and structural design, reinforcement detailing and MEICA design would be an advantage, as would familiarity with construction methods, equipment and materials used in water infrastructure projects.

Work patterns and locations:

This role can be based nationally and offers a hybrid working pattern. There will be some requirement to visit clients and Tetra Tech offices as needed to support collaboration, project delivery and business development. Flexible working is considered.

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Whyjoin Tetra Tech?

TetraTech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services workingacross the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide rangeofexpertiseacrossour teams, providing a global support networkwith a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand wherewe can add value.We provide a collaborative environment that supportsindividual performance, innovation, and creativity.

Wesupport public and private sector clients on local, national, and internationalprojects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in theUK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees whoareLeading with Science to solve our clients’ most complexproblems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will makereasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process in your day-to-day role.