Digital Engineer - Cad

IBM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and engineering company is seeking a Senior CAD Engineer to support complex design solutions and mentor junior engineers within a digital engineering team. This hybrid role emphasizes technical leadership and a commitment to quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of CAD engineering experience, particularly in multi-disciplinary projects, and will contribute to the strategic development of critical infrastructure. Enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of urban transport.

Benefits

Final salary pension scheme

Free travel on the TfL network

30 days annual leave plus public holidays

Private healthcare discounted scheme

Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a CAD engineering role with senior responsibilities.
• In-depth knowledge of BIM and digital engineering methodologies.
• Proven experience in delivering digital design services across infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of engineering drawings and 3D digital designs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the CAD team.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

Skills

Expert proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and ProjectWise

Strong leadership, organisational, and mentoring abilities

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Tools

BIM

GIS

Job description

We are looking for a highly experienced and driven Senior CAD Engineer to play a pivotal role within our Digital Engineering team. This senior‑level position will support and guide technical delivery across the business. The successful candidate will lead the development of complex design solutions, mentor junior engineers, and help shape best practices in CAD and BIM modelling across diverse and high‑impact infrastructure projects. As a senior member of the project design team, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated design outputs that align with project and business objectives. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical outcomes on major projects, contribute to digital strategy, and support the development of critical infrastructure within the capital transport system. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CAD engineer to step into a leadership role and make a meaningful impact on the future of urban infrastructure. Join us and help shape the digital transformation of transport systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of high‑quality engineering drawings and 3D digital design models using industry‑standard CAD and BIM tools
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance to the CAD team across multiple projects
• Ensure all design outputs comply with relevant standards, regulations, and governance frameworks
• Actively contribute to innovation, process improvement, and the adoption of emerging technologies and workflows
• Coordinate effectively with engineers and stakeholders across all disciplines to ensure cohesive and efficient project delivery
• Maintain a deep understanding of the latest CAD/BIM software developments, ensuring continuous alignment with best practices

Essential Skills & Capabilities

• Expert proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and ProjectWise for 2D and 3D design
• Strong leadership, organisational, and mentoring abilities
• Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to operate independently and drive team performance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety in design delivery

Knowledge

• In‑depth knowledge of BIM, GIS, and digital engineering tools and methodologies
• Strong understanding of civil/structural engineering principles and the built environment

Experience

• Typically, 5+ years’ experience in a CAD engineering role, including leadership or senior responsibilities on complex, multi‑disciplinary projects

Desirable

• Familiarity with Bentley Open Building Designer and other relevant design platforms
• Comprehensive knowledge of the design lifecycle and systems integration across transport infrastructure
• Awareness of relevant TfL, British and International standards, and industry best practices
• Good commercial awareness, including the implications of digital design on project delivery and cost
• Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and digital risk management in engineering
• Proven track record of delivering digital design services to industry standards on both large and small‑scale infrastructure schemes
• Experience building strong relationships across teams, functions, and external stakeholders

Work arrangement

Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 % time split between the office and home over a 4‑week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

Benefits

• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel on the TfL network
• Reimbursement of 75 % of the cost of a standard‑class ticket for National Rail travel from home or 75 % reimbursement on a 28‑day flexi ticket
• 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional)
• Tax‑efficient cycle‑to‑work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel