Civil CAD Engineer

JACOBS; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Scotland is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to support design development in river engineering and flood risk management. This role requires proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, along with a background in major projects. Successful candidates will produce detailed drawings and collaborate with diverse teams, benefiting from a flexible hybrid working policy and a commitment to inclusion and belonging in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global giving and volunteering programme

Support for disability and diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in working on major projects.
• Some experience of Revit, CADS RC, or InfoDrainage is advantageous.
• Eager to learn and commit to expanding existing skillsets.

Responsibilities

• Producing 3D models and detailed drawings.
• Managing common data environments like ProjectWise.
• Collaboratively working with teams across various disciplines.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Experience with Civil 3D

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Civil Engineering qualified HNC/HND or Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Navisworks

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Working across some of the UK’s highest profile projects, as an experienced CAD Technician proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Revit with an aspiration to grow your career and experience in river engineering and flood risk management, you will be an integral part of our Water Catchment Management team based in Scotland. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will support the design development for a wide range of solutions including flood defence structures, culverts, weirs, control structures, flood storage reservoirs, natural flood management, habitat creation and fish passes.

Remit and responsibilities

• Producing 3D models, developing these into production deliverables including detailed drawings and federated models.
• Developing a multitude of design elements, representations and analysis in Civil 3D, such as ground models, pipe networks, river channels, in‑channel structures and flood defences.
• Managing common data environments, such as ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud and SharePoint.
• Exporting rendered models into federated model platforms, such as Navisworks, InfraWorks and Revizto.
• Production of detailed plans, elevations, long‑sections and cross‑sections.
• Working with and across a range of GIS platforms.
• Efficient organising of documentation and strict version control.
• Compiling BIM execution plans.
• Collaboratively working both within own team and other disciplines including overseas offices.
• Applying and implementing best practice and industry standards, such as DMRB GG 184.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Civil Engineering qualified HNC/HND, Degree.
• A demonstrable level of experience in working on major projects.
• Proficient in CAD packages such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D; some experience of Revit, CADS RC or InfoDrainage would be advantageous.
• Attention to detail and the ability to produce high quality deliverables.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work in diverse, multidisciplinary, global teams.
• Eager to learn and commit to expand on existing skillsets.

Benefits and culture

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering programme, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose and belonging.

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com/uk/employers/jacobs to view and access our roles.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.