Structural CAD Technician

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in structural engineering is seeking an experienced Structural CAD Technician in Scotland. The successful candidate will produce structural drawings for various projects using AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with standards. You will need a few years of relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and good teamwork and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bi-annual bonus

Opportunity to develop technical skills

Social events with the team

Qualifications

• A few years experience as a Structural or Civil CAD Technician.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit experience beneficial.
• Able to interpret engineering sketches accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural CAD drawings using AutoCAD.
• Translate engineers' sketches into accurate drawings.
• Ensure all drawings meet standards.
• Liaise with engineers and architects for design clarifications.
• Maintain drawing files and document control.

Skills

Structural or Civil CAD Technician experience

Proficient in AutoCAD

Revit experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

The Role

You ll be producing structural drawings across a variety of projects, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure schemes. Working closely with engineers and project leads, you ll take technical details, sketches, and calculations to create high-quality drawings ready for design approval and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare structural CAD drawings using AutoCAD (and/or Revit if applicable).
• Translate engineers sketches and mark-ups into accurate technical drawings.
• Ensure all drawings meet company and industry standards.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, and other team members to clarify design requirements.
• Maintain drawing files and document control.

About You

• A few years experience as a Structural or Civil CAD Technician.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit experience beneficial but not essential).
• Able to interpret engineering sketches and turn them into accurate drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package including a bi-annual bonus.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of structural projects.
• Supportive environment with room to grow and develop your technical skills.
• A relaxed and friendly team who regularly enjoy social events.

If you re a proactive CAD Technician looking to develop your career in structural engineering, we d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Marie on (phone number removed) quoting J46369 for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.