Engineering CAD & Documentation Technician

Tandem Project Management Ltd.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Project Management Ltd. in West Dublin is seeking an Engineering CAD & Documentation Technician to support ongoing biopharmaceutical projects, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance of engineering data.

The role focuses on AutoCAD-based drawing management, P&ID updates, and rigorous document control across GMP standards. You will manage and archive engineering files, assist with VTOPs/CTOPs, and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and validation teams to keep records

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Technical Documentation or CAD-related field.
• Proven experience as Engineering Data Technician, CAD Technician, or Document Controller in regulated industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; Experience with P&IDs and engineering drawings.
• Experience with EDMS and GMP/regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Manage and control engineering documentation per site procedures.
• Update P&IDs to reflect plant modifications.
• Render, archive, and distribute engineering files.
• Support VTOPs and CTOPs maintenance.
• Ensure records are accurate for audits and inspections.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, validation, and projects teams.
• Support change control by updating docs after modifications.
• Perform periodic reviews for GMP compliance.
• Contribute to developing and improving document control processes.
• Generate reports and maintain data registers.

Skills

GMP compliance

Regulatory documentation practices

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Technical Documentation

Degree in CAD Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

EDMS

P&IDs management

Job description

We are seeking an Engineering CAD & Documentation Technician to support ongoing projects within a biopharmaceutical company in West Dublin. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and control of engineering documentation and technical data, ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory, and company standards. This role requires strong AutoCAD experience and expertise in managing engineering records, including Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), OEM manuals, technical files, VTOPs, CTOPs, and other critical engineering documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Create, update, revise, and maintain engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Manage and control engineering documentation in accordance with site procedures and document management systems.
• Update and maintain Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to reflect plant modifications and engineering changes.
• Render, convert, archive, and distribute engineering files in various electronic formats.
• Support the management and upkeep of Validation Turnover Packages (VTOPs) and Construction Turnover Packages (CTOPs).
• Ensure engineering records are accurate, current, and readily accessible for audits, inspections, and project activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, validation, and project teams to ensure documentation reflects current plant conditions.
• Support change control processes by updating documentation following approved modifications.
• Perform periodic reviews of engineering documentation to ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of engineering document control processes and systems.
• Generate reports and maintain engineering data registers as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Engineering, Technical Documentation, CAD Technology, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in an Engineering Data Technician, CAD Technician, Document Controller, or similar role within a regulated industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential, including creation and revision of engineering drawings.
• Experience managing engineering documentation, including P&IDs, technical drawings, and equipment records.
• Knowledge of document control principles and engineering data management systems.
• Experience working within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP-regulated industries.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS).
• Understanding of validation documentation and turnover package management (VTOPs and CTOPs).
• Knowledge of engineering change control processes and GMP requirements.
• Exposure to major capital projects and engineering initiatives.