Engineering CAD Technician

Bromsgrove and Redditch Councils; Redditch; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Redditch Borough Council is seeking an Engineering CAD Technician to support civil engineering, drainage and construction projects. The role involves designing schemes, producing Cadcorp/AutoCAD drawings, preparing contract documents, and conducting site inspections across highways and property assets.

Applicants should have a background in civil engineering, strong Cadcorp/AutoCAD/GIS skills, knowledge of CDM and Health & Safety, and hold an HND or equivalent with post-qualification experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a civil engineering/construction environment.
• Knowledge of Cadcorp/AutoCAD/GIS and related IT systems.
• Formal qualification (HND or equivalent) with post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of civil engineering, drainage and construction projects.
• Design schemes and produce Cadcorp/AutoCAD drawings.
• Prepare contract documents and help with site inspections and surveys.
• Assist with managing highways, structures and property assets.

Skills

Communication

Health & Safety

CDM awareness

Education

HND or equivalent

Tools

Cadcorp

AutoCAD

GIS

IT systems

Job description

Directorate: Regeneration & Property Services

Location: Redditch Town Hall with some hybrid working

Hours: 37 hours, although part time with a minimum of 30 hours will be considered

Reporting to: Engineering Team Leader

Grade 6 (SCP 19 – 24) £33,119 - £36,581 per annum

Closing date for receipt of completed online applications - 22 October 2026 midnight

We are looking for a motivated Engineering CAD Technician to support the delivery of civil engineering, drainage and construction projects across both Councils. You’ll help design schemes, produce Cadcorp/AutoCAD drawings, prepare contract documents, carry out site inspections and surveys, and assist with managing our highways, structures and property related assets.

What you’ll bring

• Experience working in a civil engineering/construction environment.
• Strong skills in Cadcorp/AutoCAD/GIS and related IT systems.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, CDM and Data Protection.
• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive approach.
• Relevant qualification (HND or equivalent) plus post qualification experience.
• Full driving licence.

Why this role?

A great opportunity to develop technical skills, support meaningful local projects and work closely with teams across both Councils.

Interested?

Interview date - to be confirmed by the Regeneration & Property Services management team

Attached documents
Engineering CAD Technician JD & PS