Senior Computer Aided Design Technician

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior CAD Technician to join their dynamic team in Croydon. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge projects within a rapidly growing sector, focusing on high-voltage substation systems design. You will champion safety and quality assurance while preparing technical documents and collaborating with on-site teams. With strong career development prospects, this position is perfect for someone with extensive experience and a passion for contributing to impactful projects. Join a team where your expertise will be valued and your career can flourish.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience required for the higher salary range.
• Solid understanding of high-voltage substation systems design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and coordinate activities with on-site teams.
• Prepare and review technical documents including schematic diagrams.
• Ensure all design work meets Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM environment

High-voltage substation systems design

HSE regulations

Protection and control systems

SCADA

Transformers

Switchgear

Batteries

Cabling

Earthing

Lighting

Education

HNC/HND in a relevant field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

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Senior Computer Aided Design Technician, London (Croydon)

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Client:

GTS Group Ltd

Location:

London (Croydon), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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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 rapidly growing sector. Become a key member 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
• Current and voltage transformer sizing
• Develop technical specifications for design and equipment.
• Ensure all design work meets Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including:
• Requirements compliance
• Quality assurance (right-first-time)
• Align all design outputs with project requirements, applicable 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 of experience required for the higher salary range
• Strong knowledge of:
• HSE regulations and electrical works standards
• Protection and control systems, SCADA, transformers, switchgear, batteries, cabling, earthing, and lighting