Structural CAD Technician - East Midlands

BALFOUR BEATTY; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Structural CAD Technicians to join their dynamic Power T&D team. This role involves interpreting design information and producing detailed assembly and fabrication drawings for structural steelwork. With a focus on continuous improvement and compliance, you will manage tasks efficiently while collaborating with various project stakeholders. The company offers a flexible working policy and a supportive environment, encouraging career development in a multidisciplinary setting. Join a team that delivers vital infrastructure projects and be part of a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Paid Annual Leave

Family-Friendly Policies

Pension Plan

Share Incentive Plans

Volunteering Leave

Recognition Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in producing assembly/fabrication drawings for structural steelwork.
• Competency in developing 3D models and general arrangement drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D & 3D models of structural steelwork using CAD software.
• Provide technical support to project stakeholders and ensure compliance.

Skills

CAD Software Proficiency

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Numeracy Skills

Education

GCSE Level 6 Minimum

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is currently recruiting Structural CAD Technicians to join the Power T&D team in Derby.

The purpose of the role is to work with the structural design team to interpret design information and produce assembly/fabrication drawings and bill of quantities for structural steelwork.

We are open to both full-time and part-time candidates (including job share) and offer a flexible working policy.

What you'll be doing

1. Use CAD software to produce 2D & 3D models of structural steelwork.
2. Provide technical support to project stakeholders, e.g., site operatives, commercial team, fabricators.
3. Ensure compliance with the Group Minimum Engineering Expectations.
4. Highlight good/bad practice to ensure continuous improvement.
5. Manage your own tasks and deliver them to program and budget.
6. Produce engineering estimates for large-sized projects.
7. Ensure work is carried out in line with client and industry specifications.

Who we're looking for

• Excellent literacy & numeracy skills, GCSE level 6 minimum.
• Competent in developing 3D models, producing general arrangement drawings, fabrication drawings, and bill of materials for structural steelwork.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software such as Word and Excel.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions, developing, managing, and maintaining vital infrastructure that modern economies rely on.

This is your chance to join a growing business with opportunities to develop your career in a multidisciplinary environment that challenges you daily.

We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, paid annual leave, family-friendly policies, pension, share incentive plans, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Our skilled teams support a reliable and safe power supply to millions worldwide, working on projects from small schemes to major infrastructure developments.

We collaborate with regional, national, and international electricity network owners and operators, providing comprehensive solutions across the electricity grid.

At Balfour Beatty, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and memberships supporting our inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel and individuals with disabilities.