HV OHL CAD Technician – Wire Clearance Expert

Bakerhicks; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Pension (up to 6% matched)

25 days annual leave

Discount scheme

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Job summary

BakerHicks is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to join the HV Overhead Line team in the Power Sector. You will deliver high-quality OHL drawings and wire clearance diagrams for transmission projects, collaborating with engineers and cross-discipline teams to meet standards and deadlines.

Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential, with knowledge of MicroStation or Civil 3D advantageous. A strong background in HV T&D and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach is required.

Qualifications

• Experience producing Overhead Line (OHL) Wire Clearance Diagrams is essential.
• HV Transmission & Distribution experience within OHL, substations or underground cable projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D & 3D); familiarity with MicroStation or Civil 3D is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce OHL Wire Clearance Diagrams, Insulator Set & Conductor Sub-system Drawings, Material Lists, and Route Plan Drawings.
• Develop detailed drawings, models, and technical documentation for HV transmission and distribution projects.
• Update and modify designs in accordance with client standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver coordinated design solutions.
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with CAD standards while meeting project deadlines.
• Support knowledge sharing and promote continuous improvement and Right First Time delivery.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Multitasking

Proactive mindset

Education

HNC/HND in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

BakerHicks is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to join the HV Overhead Line team in the Power Sector. You will deliver high-quality OHL drawings and wire clearance diagrams for transmission projects, collaborating with engineers and cross-discipline teams to meet standards and deadlines.

Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential, with knowledge of MicroStation or Civil 3D advantageous. A strong background in HV T&D and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach is required.