Senior Computer Aided Design Technician

JR United Kingdom; Croydon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior CAD Technician to join their dynamic team in Croydon. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within a rapidly growing sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in primary design and high-voltage systems, contributing to the development of technical specifications and ensuring compliance with key performance indicators. You'll be a vital part of a collaborative environment, where your expertise will help shape the future of engineering projects. If you are passionate about design and safety, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Proficient in CAD tools and experienced in a BIM environment.
• 10-12 years of relevant experience for higher salary range.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety-first approach by promoting safety through design.
• Conduct site surveys and coordinate with on-site teams.
• Prepare and review technical documents including designs and diagrams.

Skills

CAD Tools

BIM Environment

High-Voltage Substation Systems Design

IEC 61850 Standards

HSE Regulations

Electrical Works Standards

Protection and Control Systems

SCADA

Transformers

Switchgear

Batteries

Cabling

Earthing

Lighting

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

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Senior Computer Aided Design Technician, Croydon

Client: GTS Group Ltd

Location: Croydon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: CAD Technician – AutoCAD – Primary Design

Package: £55,000 – 65,000 base salary plus package

Location: Croydon

I’m currently searching for a CAD Technician with experience in primary design and 133KV. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a dynamic and hyper-growth sector. Become a key part of a growing office with strong career development prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first approach by contributing to hazard reviews and promoting safety through design.
• Conduct site surveys and coordinate activities with on-site teams when required.
• Interpret tender documents to develop and review concept and base designs.
• Prepare and review technical documents including auxiliary supply, protection, and control designs, schematic and wiring diagrams, cable schedules, core sheets, battery and cable sizing, protection and control equipment settings, and current and voltage transformer sizing.
• Develop technical specifications for design and equipment.
• Ensure all design work meets Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including requirements compliance and quality assurance (right-first-time).
• Align all design outputs with project requirements, standards, and specifications.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Proficient in CAD tools and experienced in a BIM environment.
• Solid understanding of high-voltage substation systems design.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850 standards and applications.
• Required experience: 10-12 years for the higher salary range.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, electrical works standards, protection and control systems, SCADA, transformers, switchgear, batteries, cabling, earthing, and lighting.