Senior CAD Technician

WSP; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Module

Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives

Inclusivity and Diversity programs

Job summary

WSP in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a skilled engineer to create detailed engineering drawings for Extra High Voltage projects. The role emphasizes design coordination with various departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaboration with the WSP UK office.

Ideal candidates should possess a diploma in engineering and strong drafting skills, with experience in both onshore and offshore projects. The company promotes a hybrid work environment and prioritizes health and safety.

Qualifications

• Strong drafting skills for engineering designs related to EHV projects.
• Ability to conduct design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in supporting detailed engineering design activities.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed engineering drawings for EHV projects.
• Coordinate design activities across various departments.
• Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Engineering drawing creation

Design coordination

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Familiarity with 3D tools (Revit)

Understanding of UK projects

Education

Diploma in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline

Tools

2D and 3D software packages

Microsoft Office programs

Revit

Job description

Responsibilities

• Create detailed engineering drawings for Extra High Voltage (EHV) projects, covering both Air Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS), ranging from 11kV up to 400kV (with a particular emphasis on 132kV voltages and above)
• Preparation and development of EC&I deliverables such as Single Line Diagrams, loop drawings, cable block diagrams, plant layouts, cable routing, cable containment design and switchgear configurations using both 2D and 3D software packages;
• Develop drawings to support detailed engineering, such as Land Utilisation Plan, Elevations, Above and Below Grade Conduit layouts, Grounding layout & it’s connection details, Lighting and Lightning protection with respective details, Bill of Materials, CDM, MEWP layouts.
• Facilitate coordination of design activities across various departments, including Civil/Structural, Networks, and Transmission Line. Conduct design reviews, participate in virtual meetings, and collaborate closely with clients.
• Assist with preparing drawings and revising existing engineering drawings of basic components from specific sketches or layouts.
• Responsible for adhering to company and client drafting standards and procedures.
• Responsible for adhering to the drafting practices of selected discipline.
• Coordinate with team members and monitor project schedules, ensuring submissions meet high-quality standards.
• Maintain compliance to CDM Regulations and all other legal and regulatory requirements associated with the nature of substation and electrical system design.
• Collaborate with WSP UK office on design activities.
• Develop and enhance processes, tools, and potentially implement new technologies into the design process.
• Periodic Quality check to be conducted for other engineers & designers.
• Exhibit ingenuity, foresight, and wise decision-making skills in proactively identifying and resolving challenges.
• Contribute to the progress and growth of departmental tools and workflows aimed at improving the effectiveness of design processes, specification development, and project implementation.
• Experience on working in Raster image files.
• Preferably familiar with UK projects. Experience of working in a lead substation design role on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects (or other UK utilities like SSEN, SPEN etc.) in the UK will be an added advantage.
• Experience in Onshore wind, Offshore wind, Renewable (solar) and BESS projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with 3D tools (Revit) for Engineering design is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

Qualifications

Diploma in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.

BGV: Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working Module: operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing: priority to a safe workplace with initiatives such as “Making Health and Safety Personal” and a Zero Harm Vision.
• Inclusivity and Diversity: WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.