Electrical CAD Drafter - Oakham

RecruitMe; Oakham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering business in Oakham is looking for a CAD Technician to join their team. The role includes developing high-quality technical drawings and collaborating with engineers on complex projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AutoCAD and knowledge of industrial control systems. A comprehensive benefits package including a bonus and healthcare is offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Annual bonus

12% pension

27 days holiday

BUPA healthcare

Life insurance

Christmas bonus

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Strong AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical experience in a control or instrumentation context.
• In-depth knowledge of panel layout design and industrial control systems.
• Proven ability to produce and manage full Bills of Materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Interpret engineering requirements for comprehensive drawings.
• Generate accurate 'as-built' documentation post-installation.

Skills

AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical

Electrical wiring schematics

Attention to detail

Documentation control

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

CAD Technician - Melton Mowbray - £45,000 + Annual Bonus +12% Pension + 27 Days Holiday (exl. PH), BUPA Healthcare, Life Insurance, Christmas Bonus and Regular Team Events

We're representing a forward-thinking engineering business delivering high-spec solutions across the oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy sectors.

They are looking for an additional CAD Technician.

This role comes with a substantial benefits package including an Annual Bonus +12% Pension + 27 Days Holiday (exl. PH), BUPA Healthcare, Life Insurance, Christmas Bonus and Regular Team Events

Known for precision, technical innovation, and a collaborative culture, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced drafter who thrives in a hands-on, engineering-led environment.

As a CAD Technician / Instrumentation & Controls Drafter, you'll work alongside skilled engineers to turn system concepts into fully engineered drawing packages that support fabrication, installation, and commissioning. Your drawings will directly contribute to real-world performance, from control panels to complex combustion systems.

What You’ll Be Doing – Day to Day

Develop High-Quality Technical Drawings

• Create comprehensive drawing packages using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical, covering P&IDs, loop diagrams, hook-up drawings, Boolean logic, and control schematics.

• Produce detailed wiring diagrams for both local and PLC-based control panels, ensuring all connections and configurations are accurately represented.

• Generate general arrangement (GA) drawings for control panels and instrumentation layouts, optimised for ease of installation and maintenance.

Interpret Engineering Requirements

• Work closely with Controls Engineers to understand control philosophies, instrumentation layouts, and system design intent.

• Translate complex project specifications into logical, functional drawings that can be easily followed by production teams, installation contractors, and commissioning engineers.

• Engage in detailed design reviews to ensure alignment with project scope and functional requirements.

Bill of Materials & Documentation Control

• Compile full and accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) that support purchasing and production activities.

• Ensure every component listed in the BOM corresponds with the design drawings and meets customer or internal specification.

• Track revisions and maintain version control across all drawing and document sets using standardised templates and web-based document systems.

Liaise with the Workshop and Production Teams

• Carry out regular on-site visits to the fabrication workshop, collaborating with build teams to resolve design queries and support real-time updates.

• Make live edits to drawings based on feedback from technicians and assembly engineers, ensuring clarity and manufacturability.

• Provide clarification or redline drawings where needed to address non-conformities or late-stage design changes.

Create and Manage ‘As-Built’ Documentation

• Following installation or project handover, generate accurate ‘as-built’ documentation reflecting all final changes made during construction or commissioning.

• Validate installation routes, panel layouts, and instrumentation connections on-site to confirm drawing accuracy.

Maintain Rigorous Quality Standards

• Review your own and peers’ drawings to uphold drafting standards, ensure completeness, and eliminate errors or inconsistencies.

• Participate in internal reviews and formal drawing approvals to meet engineering sign-off protocols.

Software & System Use

• Use AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical confidently to develop and edit all required documentation.

• Use Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation control, part referencing, and data entry.

• Navigate web-based platforms for drawing uploads, change requests, and project workflows.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical experience in a control or instrumentation context

• In-depth knowledge of panel layout design, electrical wiring schematics, and industrial control systems

• Proven ability to produce and manage full Bills of Materials

• Comfortable working to tight deadlines across multiple simultaneous projects

• Understanding of process control and instrumentation standards, including familiarity with P&IDs

• An engineering qualification (or equivalent hands-on drafting/design experience)

• Excellent attention to detail, planning and organisational skills

You’ll Also Need

• A full, valid UK driving licence

• To live within a 1-hour commute of the Stamford office (PE9 4AQ)

What’s In It for You

• Varied and impactful work on complex engineering systems

• A stable and collaborative environment where your input truly matters

• Direct involvement in project delivery — from concept to completion

• Ongoing technical exposure and career growth within a respected team

If you’re ready to bring your technical skills to an engineering team that values clarity, precision, and quality – apply today and let’s talk.