CAD Technician / Surveyor

Collett & Sons Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in the renewables sector is seeking a motivated CAD Technician / Surveyor to join their team in Bradford. This office-based role requires good experience in 2D AutoCAD and includes responsibilities such as carrying out Swept Path Analysis and assisting in route surveying. A valid driving license and passport are essential for required travel. The position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a pension and holiday benefits.

Benefits

Pension contribution

28 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to A Level standard.
• Good level of 2D AutoCAD experience.
• Knowledge of transport and engineering standards.
• Experience with CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Swept Path Analysis using AutoCAD.
• Assess and design loading and transport methods.
• Produce route assessment reports and CAD drawings.
• Communicate directly with clients and contractors.
• Undertake route surveying and analysis.

Skills

2D AutoCAD experience

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

A Level standard

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and organised CAD Technician / Surveyor to join our Consulting Team, based at our Renewables & Transport Consulting office in Bradford. Reporting directly to the Consulting Manager, this office-based role also includes attending site meetings across the UK and occasional travel within the EU.

Scope & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out Swept Path Analysis (SPA) using AutoCAD software.
• Assess, review and design loading and transport methods using CAD.
• Produce route assessment reports, project documentation and CAD drawings.
• Communicate directly with clients, contractors and colleagues.
• Undertake route surveying and analysis.
• Carry out land-based topographical surveys using calibrated instruments and surveying equipment.

Qualification & Experience

• Qualified to A Level standard.
• Good level of 2D AutoCAD experience (3D AutoCAD desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of transport and/or engineering/surveying standards and best practices.
• Experience with CDM regulations.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, colleagues and contractors.
• Self-motivated, proactive and well organised.
• Confident, articulate, numeric and an effective team player.

Additional desirable knowledge

• Mechanical and/or Civil Engineering principles.
• Route planning and logistics industry.
• Planning applications and processes.

Location and conditions

The role is based at our Renewables Department in Bradford, West Yorkshire. A valid driving licence and passport are essential, as UK and occasional European travel (including overnight stays) will be required to attend site meetings and service client requirements. We offer an attractive remuneration package, dependent on experience, alongside additional benefits including a pension contribution, 28 days holiday and the option to join our holiday purchase scheme (subject to conditions).