Civil CAD Technician – AutoCAD LT & 3D Modelling

VolkerWessels UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity benefits

Employee Assistance

Job summary

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, is recruiting a CAD Technician to transform concepts into high-quality drawings and models for major civil works in the UK.

You will produce detailed drawings and 3D models, collaborate with engineers and project teams, and ensure outputs meet CAD standards and quality requirements. The role involves site visits, workload management and contributing to improvements across the department.

Qualifications

• Experience producing CAD drawings and models within a civil engineering, construction or infrastructure environment.
• Demonstrable experience independently producing timber structure, steelwork and reinforced concrete detailing.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD LT.
• Experience of 3D modelling using AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar software would be advantageous.
• A basic understanding of structural stability and engineering design principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A positive, team-focused approach and a willingness to share knowledge with others.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, detailed technical drawings and models from information supplied by design engineers and operational teams.
• Prepare As-Built drawings using site records and marked-up drawings.
• Utilise CAD software including AutoCAD LT, AutoTrack and SketchUp to create high-quality deliverables.
• Ensure all drawings comply with VolkerStevin Engineering CAD standards and quality requirements.
• Support design engineers and project teams by providing technical drafting expertise.
• Carry out informal drawing reviews to promote quality, consistency and best practice.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to departmental development goals.
• Assist with the identification and closure of design-related non-conformances.
• Proactively manage workload, monitor progress against agreed deadlines and communicate potential risks.
• Participate in resource planning and departmental meetings.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, project teams and key stakeholders.
• Attend site visits and project meetings to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements.

Skills

CAD drawings

Detail oriented

Timber structure detailing

Steelwork detailing

Reinforced concrete detailing

AutoCAD LT

3D modelling

Civil 3D

Structural stability understanding

Quality focus

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

EngTech or working towards EngTech status with the ICE

Tools

AutoCAD LT

AutoTrack

SketchUp

Civil 3D

Job description

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, is recruiting a CAD Technician to transform concepts into high-quality drawings and models for major civil works in the UK.

You will produce detailed drawings and 3D models, collaborate with engineers and project teams, and ensure outputs meet CAD standards and quality requirements. The role involves site visits, workload management and contributing to improvements across the department.