Senior Civil & Structural CAD Engineer

SEARCH PERSONNEL PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering company in Singapore is looking for a Senior Civil & Structural CAD Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will need to have at least a diploma in Civil Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include drafting architectural and structural plans using AutoCAD, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. This permanent position offers a competitive salary up to $5500 plus performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Civil and Structural works, preferably with main contractors.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (BCA, SCDF, LTA, PUB, URA).
• Strong attention to detail and systems control.

Responsibilities

• Produce tender technical logistics and sequence plans.
• Prepare precise architectural and survey plans.
• Draft civil works efficiently in AutoCAD.

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM knowledge

Critical thinking

Education

Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Position : Senior Civil & Structural CAD Engineer / Technologist - ALL WELCOME
• Location : Tuas South Street
• Working hours : 5 days a week 8:00 am -5:45 pm (Monday Friday)
• Salary (commensurate with experience) : Basic Salary Up to $5500 + Performance Bonus
• Duration : Permanent
• Industry : Civil Engineering & Construction

Main Responsibilities:

• Produce tender technical logistics and sequence plans, plus VE visuals, working with the Technical Manager as part of the technical team
• Prepare precise architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical survey plans, shop/as-built sets, and detailed drawings with AutoCAD or similar tools
• Prepare topographical maps for civil works; produce survey setting‑out plans, longitudinal sections and cross‑sections for submission; and develop engineering plans with sectional details
• Draft civil and infrastructure works efficiently in AutoCAD, meeting local and international design standards
• Revise drawings as required, based on project requirements, site conditions, or feedback from the project team, clients and consultants
• Collaborate closely with engineers and project managers to ensure all drawings, comply with project specifications, relevant codes / standards, and client requirements
• Participate in design coordination meetings and provide technical input on constructability and technical‑related issues
• Provide technical support to engineers, coordinators, and site teams
• Perform routine site checks to ensure construction aligns with approved designs, contract specs, safety rules, and quality
• Recommend corrective actions and VE improvements when deviations from scope, schedule, or quality arise
• Ensure detailing complies with regulations and standards, and verify all designs and details before submission to the client or, update, and interpret architectural drawings to support timely construction
• Maintain accurate documentation and version control for models and drawings, and extract 2D drawings, schedules, and quantities from the models
• Assist in conducting clash detection, model reviews, and design validation exercises

Requirements:

• At least a Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field
• +3-5 years of experience in Civil and Structural works, preferably with main contractors a plus
• AutoCAD and other relevant drafting software or tools. Knowledge of BIM related execution plans, standards, and coordination processes a plus
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (codes and standards (BCA, SCDF, LTA, PUB, URA requirements), ISO/bizSAFE/GGBS)
• Commercial VE acumen, cost awareness, attention driven with strong critical thinking skills, and disciplined systems control (documents and data tracking)

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