Civil CAD Technician

First Recruitment Group; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to join a growing team in Manchester. The role involves producing detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for water infrastructure projects, coordinating design work, and supporting junior team members. Strong skills in Autodesk Revit are essential, with a focus on quality and accuracy. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment and professional development, accommodating hybrid working.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-disciplinary engineering environments.
• Strong skills in Autodesk Revit for 3D modelling.
• Experience on water or wastewater projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D models and 2D construction drawings.
• Maintain and update drawing registers for accuracy.
• Coordinate design work across teams.

Skills

2D drafting

3D modelling

Problem-solving skills

CAD standards knowledge

Proactive attitude

Tools

Autodesk Revit

ProjectWise

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Make your mark on the future of water infrastructure.

Our client is looking for a talented Civil CAD Technician to join their growing engineering team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of water and infrastructure projects, supporting the delivery of high‑quality, technically robust designs.

Reporting directly to the Civil Regional Discipline Lead, you’ll play a key role in coordinating, delivering, and maintaining the quality of all drawing and modelling work within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D models and 2D construction drawings to a high technical standard
• Maintain and update drawing registers, ensuring quality and accuracy
• Coordinate design work across multidisciplinary and offshore teams
• Support digital delivery using Autodesk Revit, ProjectWise, and Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Mentor and support junior and offshore team members
• Ensure all designs meet CDM and QA standards

About You

• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment
• Strong 2D drafting and 3D modelling skills (Autodesk Revit essential)
• Good working knowledge of CAD standards, QA processes, and digital workflows
• Prior experience on water or wastewater projects (essential)
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and delivery‑driven with strong problem‑solving skills

Why Join?

You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking engineering team dedicated to delivering sustainable water infrastructure. We offer a supportive working environment, professional development opportunities, and flexible hybrid working options.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.