Mechanical CAD Technician

MWH Treatment Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical CAD Technician for their Hattersley office with hybrid working options. The role involves 3D modelling and 2D drawing production for construction, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and coordinating design outputs across disciplines. The ideal candidate will have experience in multi-disciplinary engineering, proficiency in Autodesk Revit, and strong attention to detail in delivering project requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Skills in both 2D and 3D drafting.
• Ability to manage project deadlines and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform 3D modelling for construction projects.
• Produce detailed 2D drawings.
• Ensure quality control of all modelling and drawings.

Skills

2D drafting skills

3D modelling skills

Autodesk Revit expertise

Bentley Projectwise experience

CAD standards understanding

Attention to detail

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Common engineering software

Job description

We are looking to strengthen our Engineering team with a Mechanical CAD Technician based in our Hattersley (Manchester) office with hybrid working available, work will primarily be for our United Utilities AMP8 Framework on projects in the North West region.

You will report directly to the Mechanical Regional Discipline Lead (RDL) and you will be responsible for the coordination, delivery and quality of modelling and drawing work undertaken for the Mechanical design team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• 3D Modelling to a level of detail suitable for construction,
• 2D Drawing production to a level of detail suitable for construction including both layouts and general arrangements,
• Quality control of models and drawings and updating drawing registers such as MIDP,
• Ensure designs are completed in accordance with CDM Regulations,
• Act as Digital Delivery Champion for MWH Treatment,
• Co-ordination of drawing work undertaken by off-shore resources,
• Development of younger members of the team and off-shore resource,
• Coordinating design outputs across all technical disciplines,
• Establish working relationships with design staff,

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• EssentialExperience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment
• 2D drafting skills, qualifications and experience
• 3D modelling skills, qualifications and experience
• Autodesk Revit and other 3D applications skills, qualifications and experience
• Bentley Projectwise experience
• Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Broad experience in the use and application of common engineering software and IT
• Working and theoretical understanding of CAD standards and QA processes
• Have an eye for detail and the ability to present complex designs clearly
• Self-starter, curious and inquiring nature with key interest in the detail of how civil structures come together
• Must be delivery driven with the ability to set targets and meet deadlines within a fast paced environment