Civil Engineering Technician in Cardiff

Energy Jobline CVL; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy in Cardiff is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to produce civil engineering drawings for various projects. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in AutoCAD and experience in highway and drainage projects. This role offers 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and structured career pathways. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Three paid volunteering days per year

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Life assurance and pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Structured career development

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D civil engineering drawings for projects.
• Work on school and college developments, S278 highway schemes.
• Design drainage for construction and infrastructure projects.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD with civil engineering experience

Familiarity with Civil 3D

Experience in below‑ground utility modelling

Previous work on highway and drainage projects

Knowledge of DMRB and Manual for Streets standards

Strong attention to detail

Education

Relevant engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

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Role

Civil Engineering Technician

Location: Cardiff

Responsibilities

The Role: A built environment consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join their Cardiff team. The successful candidate will produce 2D and 3D civil engineering drawings for highways, drainage, earthworks and external works across residential and education projects. Current workload includes school and college developments, S278 highway schemes and SAB drainage designs.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications and Experience)

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with civil engineering experience
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and Infodrainage (or willingness to learn)
• Experience in below‑ground utility modelling using Civil 3D
• Previous work on highway, drainage and earthworks projects
• Knowledge of Keys and TSRGD signage, DMRB and Manual for Streets standards
• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow QA and document management procedures

What’s in it for me?

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with buy/carry over options
• Three paid volunteering days per year
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders and resources
• Life assurance, pension scheme and income protection cover
• Private medical insurance and GP access
• Discounted gym membership
• Hybrid working
• Structured career development and training pathways

Company

This Cardiff office is part of a UK‑wide consultancy of over 1,000 professionals delivering highways, drainage, flood alleviation and infrastructure solutions. The office offers good public transport links, on‑site parking and a collaborative culture that values quality, agility and innovation.

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