Civil Engineering CAD Technician - Watford

RGB Network; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

RGB Network in Watford, Hertfordshire, is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering CAD Technician to join its civil engineering team. The role focuses on producing accurate drawings from initial design through to construction, with hybrid working arrangements.

You will work with engineers to manage drawing packages, ensure compliance with CAD standards, and deliver high-quality civil drawings for drainage, roads, levels, and external works on a varied project portfolio across commercial,

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience using AutoCAD within a civil engineering setting.
• Excellent knowledge of Xrefs, STB plot styles, drawing management and presentation.
• Experience using AutoTrack for HGV swept-path analysis.
• Experience with PDS Lines and Signs.
• Proven ability to produce accurate civil engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce civil drawings for drainage, external works, roads, levels and setting-out.
• Prepare construction details for commercial, industrial and logistics projects.
• Manage drawing packages, references (Xrefs) and plot styles.
• Ensure drawings meet CAD standards and QA procedures.
• Identify coordination issues before drawings are issued.
• Deliver multiple projects on time with engineers and the design team.

Skills

AutoCAD

Xrefs & Plot Styles

AutoTrack HGV

PDS Lines & Signs

Drawing Production

QA & Standards

Attention to Detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

PDS Lines & Signs

AutoTrack

Job description

Civil Engineering CAD Technician

Watford, Hertfordshire | £48,000-£58,000 | Hybrid Working

An established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to recruit an experienced Civil Engineering CAD Technician to join its civil engineering team in Watford.

The consultancy has a long-standing reputation within the engineering sector, delivering civil and structural engineering services across a varied portfolio of projects, including commercial, industrial and logistics developments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong CAD Technician who takes pride in producing high-quality engineering drawings and has a good understanding of civil engineering design and construction.

The Role

You will support the delivery of a varied portfolio of civil engineering projects, producing accurate, well-presented drawings from initial design through to construction.

Working alongside engineers and other technical professionals, you will be responsible for preparing and managing drawing packages, ensuring they meet project requirements and established company CAD and quality assurance standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing civil engineering drawings for drainage, external works, roads, levels, paving and setting-out arrangements.
• Preparing construction details and technical drawings for commercial, industrial and logistics developments.
• Managing drawing packages, including external references (Xrefs), STB plot styles and drawing presentation.
• Using AutoTrack to undertake vehicle swept-path analysis, particularly HGV movements.
• Producing highway and traffic signage drawings using PDS Lines and Signs.
• Reviewing drawings for accuracy, coordination and compliance with company standards.
• Identifying potential design and coordination issues before drawings are issued.
• Managing multiple projects and ensuring drawings are delivered efficiently and to agreed deadlines.
• Working closely with engineers and other members of the design team throughout project delivery.

Essential Requirements

• Strong practical experience using AutoCAD within a civil engineering consultancy or similar environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Xrefs, STB plot styles, drawing management and presentation.
• Experience using AutoTrack, particularly HGV swept-path analysis.
• Experience with PDS Lines and Signs.
• Proven experience producing civil engineering drawings covering drainage, external works, roads, levels, paving, setting out and construction details.
• Good understanding of civil engineering design and construction practices.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality drawings efficiently.
• Ability to independently check your work, identify coordination issues and follow established CAD standards and QA procedures.
• Organised, reliable and comfortable working independently across multiple projects.

Desirable Experience

• Working knowledge of Civil 3D, particularly reviewing existing models and making minor amendments.
• Experience with earthworks, cut and fill calculations and external levels.
• Previous involvement in large-scale industrial, commercial or logistics developments.
• Experience working on Design & Build projects.

Importantly, this is not a specialist 3D modelling position. The priority is finding a dependable, experienced CAD Technician with excellent AutoCAD skills, strong drawing production capabilities and a good understanding of civil engineering.

Drawing quality, accuracy, efficiency and the ability to follow established CAD and QA procedures are more important than advanced Civil 3D modelling skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £48,000-£58,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work within an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of commercial, industrial and logistics projects.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced civil engineers and technical professionals.