Electrical CAD Designer

BPA - British Pipeline Agency Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company located in Hemel Hempstead is looking for an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to join their team. Responsibilities involve creating detailed electrical schematics, designing power distribution systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has experience in electrical drawing preparation and is proficient in AutoCAD. The role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, along with generous benefits, including private medical cover and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical cover

Generous pension scheme

Life insurance coverage

Annual bonus based on performance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience preparing accurate electrical drawings, ideally in oil, gas, or related industries.
• Ability to produce LV and HV single-line diagrams and cable schedules.
• Knowledge of latest electrical design codes and standards (e.g., BS7671, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Design power distribution and lighting systems using AutoCAD.
• Conduct site visits to support design accuracy.

Skills

Electrical drawing preparation

CAD software (AutoCAD)

Site surveying skills

MS Word and Excel proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD

Vault

3D Plant

Point Cloud

Job description

Location : Hemel Hempstead (hybrid - 2-3 x a week from the office)

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About BPA :

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50 / 50 by BP and Shell—two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24 / 7 / 365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

What’s the Job About?

We are seeking an experienced Electrical CAD Designer to join our Drawing Office team, producing accurate and compliant engineering documentation for multidisciplinary projects in line with BPA standards and industry best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams and panel layouts. This includes LV and HV single-line diagrams, starter circuits for various pump types, cable block diagrams, cable schedules, cable routing layouts, and termination schedules.
• Design power distribution, lighting systems, control panels and circuit layouts using AutoCAD.
• Review and interpret drawing requirements from Project Engineers to align with project objectives.
• Create preliminary sketches, flow sheets, layouts, material take-offs, schedules, and detailed drawings with supporting documentation.
• Verify design criteria and prepare detailed, accurate designs including sizing requirements and essential information for drawings.
• Conduct site visits, take precise measurements, and perform surveys to support design accuracy.
• Estimate working hours for drawing production and manage time effectively to stay within project budgets.
• Maintain and update Site Master drawings post-project, ensuring accurate records of site surveys.
• Deliver finished designs in line with industry standards, latest electrical design codes, and best practice.
• Critically review engineers’ designs, applying expertise and safety considerations to optimize solutions.

What You’ll Need :

• Demonstrated experience preparing accurate electrical drawings and design documentation, ideally for oil, gas, or related industries such as water, nuclear.
• Proven ability to produce :
• LV and HV single-line diagrams
• Starter circuits for different pump types
• Cable block diagrams and cable schedules
• Cable routing and termination schedules
• Designs compliant with the latest electrical design codes and standards (e.g., BS7671, IEC standards)
• Skilled in CAD software, ideally AutoCAD, Vault, 3D Plant, and Point Cloud, to produce high-quality technical drawings.
• Confident user of MS Word and Excel to support project documentation and reporting.
• Knowledgeable in site surveying, data collection techniques, and comfortable working with Ordnance Survey maps.
• Full, valid UK driving licence for site visits and project travel.

Salary - £36,000-£42,000

What’s on Offer

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 28 days (FTE) plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Private Medical Cover: Enjoy comprehensive Vitality private medical insurance, with added rewards for healthy living and fitness activities.
• Generous Pension Scheme: Our company contribution ranges from 6% to 12%, with a minimum employee contribution of just 2%.
• Life Insurance: Benefit from coverage at 4 times your annual salary.
• Annual Bonus: Earn up to 12% of your salary based on company performance, with an additional 6% for standout performers.
• Annual Party: Celebrate with us at our company-sponsored event which includes an overnight stay for you and your guest.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Access a range of accommodating policies, many with day 1 rights tailored to support work / life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support including counselling, resources for financial wellbeing and mental health and a suite of savings and discounts to make your money go further.

Join us and become a vital part of a team, Keeping the UK Moving 24 / 7 / 365!

Diversity & Inclusion

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.