Structural CAD Technician

Pertemps; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Structural CAD Technician who has good AutoCAD skills and is interested in Structural Engineering. The role involves detailed drawing duties and supporting senior engineers on various projects. An ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in a construction-related field and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary range of £18,000 - £23,000 plus benefits, with a focus on work/life balance and career development.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Regular staff social events

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant level 3 qualification in a construction related field.
• Experience with industry standard software such as AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Detail drawing and detailing duties on various buildings.
• Support Structural Engineers closely.
• Provide direction to junior drawing team members.
• Communicate with contractors and architects.
• Liaise with clients and answer queries.
• Attend site meetings.
• Lead projects gradually.

Skills

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Knowledge of design process

Education

Level 3 qualification in a construction related field

Job description

We are looking for a Structural CAD Technician who has good AutoCAD skills and is enthusiastic about a career in Structural Engineering.

This really is a fantastic opportunity if you’re embarking on a technical career in construction, full training and a healthy variety of projects are on offer.

Responsibilities

• Detailed drawing and detailing duties on a variety of buildings from the property sector
• Working closely with and supporting Structural Engineers
• Liaising with and providing direction to more junior members of the drawing team
• Communicating with contractors and architects
• Liaising with clients and answering queries
• Attending site meetings
• Gradually taking on more responsibility until you are leading your own projects

This person will be required to join a talented local team of roughly 25 engineers and technicians and will be working on everything from bespoke housing, conservation projects and framed buildings through to major city centre redevelopments.

They have a contemporary approach to their work and there is a real focus on work/life balance and as such there is a flexible working policy along with regular staff social events. All engineers and technicians are encouraged to develop themselves as much as possible.

Ideal Candidate

• A relevant level 3 qualification in a construction related field
• Experience with industry standard software such as AutoCAD
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic knowledge of the design process

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Structural CAD Technician to join a well‑known structural and civil consultancy in the South West. This practice is winning more and more work and needs talented engineers to help grow their team further. This role comes with a salary of £18,000 - £23,000 + package depending on experience and home working.