CAD Technician - HV

BakerHicks has grown rapidly in the Transmission & Distribution sector over the last ten years and has been successful in winning a number of key projects within the UK. As the demand to deliver exceptional engineering design to our clients continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for a CAD Technician to join our team, based in London.

Reporting to the Power office-lead, this role will be responsible for carrying out draughting with AutoCAD, Revit and other design tools.

We are ideally looking for candidates who have proven experience in the transmission and distribution sector and have a reasonable understanding of technical aspects of High Voltage (HV) Underground Cables, Overhead lines (OHL) and Substations, as well as presenting good communication skills.

Key Objectives

• Provide a CAD service to our customers that excels by delivering first class service.
• Liaise with the multi-disciplined CAD team to assist in the delivery of projects.
• Inspire exchange of knowledge with other technicians and engineers.
• Promote and achieve Perfect Delivery throughout the team.

About You

You will ideally have a proven track record of design in the technical fields of HV Underground Cables, Primary Substation Equipment & OHL Draughting, in particular one or two of the following market sectors:

• Transmission and distribution substations
• HV underground cables

However, we are open to hearing from candidates with experience in different sectors where their skills may be considered transferable.

You will be proficient with the following CAD platforms & software, in order of preference:

• AutoCAD (2D and 3D)
• Autodesk Revit
• Civils 3D

The minimum required qualification is HNC/ D level. Ideally, you will have achieved EngTech MIET or MICE status, or will be working towards that.

Why this role?

• You will form part of a team that is a trusted partner for some of the UK's key clients, delivering detailed and complex turnkey designs.
• You will work on flagship, high-profile projects - some of the most exciting in the UK with the ability to see your projects come to life through the full design lifecycle.
• You will be joining a diverse, established team with a varied background of skills and expertise, who value new ideas and welcome innovative solutions. You are encouraged to take ownership and have freedom in decision-making.
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will have links into the wider network of engineers within the business to learn and grow.

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

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