Graduate Design Technician

Network Plus; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Armed Forces-friendly

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking a Graduate Design Technician to join our expanding design team. This role offers hands-on experience in engineering design within the utilities and infrastructure sector, focusing on site surveys and producing detailed drawings under guidance from experienced engineers.

The successful candidate will develop technical skills, participate in client meetings, and contribute to project delivery while supporting the design team across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• A degree or HNC/HND in an engineering, design or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• An understanding of basic engineering principles.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn GNSS/GPS surveying equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Organised, with the ability to manage workload across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake regular site visits and surveys to gather data for detailed designs and as-laid drawings.
• Produce accurate as-laid drawings using AutoCAD, in line with client asset standards and procedures.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure drawings are delivered to meet agreed KPIs.
• Represent Network Plus at client walk-off meetings.
• Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and general arrangements to support project delivery.
• Prepare private land notice plans in line with client specifications.
• Provide weekly progress updates to the Design/Commercial Manager.
• Support the design team with administrative and technical tasks as required.

Skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Organised

Education

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Compensation: £30,000 / year

Department: Graduate Recruitment

Location: Peninsula House (South West Water HQ)

Compensation: £30,000 / year

Description

We are looking for a Graduate Design Technician to join our growing design team at Network Plus. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a passion for engineering design to gain hands-on experience within the utilities and infrastructure sector.

You will play a key role in supporting the design process, from site surveys through to the production of detailed drawings, while developing your technical expertise and working closely with experienced engineers and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake regular site visits and surveys to gather data for detailed designs and as-laid drawings.
• Produce accurate as-laid drawings using AutoCAD, in line with client asset standards and procedures.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure drawings are delivered to meet agreed KPIs.
• Represent Network Plus at client walk-off meetings.
• Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and general arrangements to support project delivery.
• Prepare private land notice plans in line with client specifications.
• Provide weekly progress updates to the Design/Commercial Manager.
• Support the design team with administrative and technical tasks as required.

Experience and Qualifications

• A degree or HNC/HND in an engineering, design, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• An understanding of basic engineering principles
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn and train in GNSS/GPS surveying equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Organised, with the ability to manage workload across multiple projects.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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