CAD Technician

Location: Suffolk

Duration of Position: Full-time (38h/week) fixed term annual contract

About Us

TUV is an established, independent and specialist risk management consulting and training company, and is part of the TÜV Rheinland Group. We assist clients in major hazard industries including oil and gas, clean energy, nuclear and transportation, as well as commercial and public sectors, to manage health, safety, security, environmental and business risk. Our people are high calibre professionals, with a strong focus on meeting clients' expectations.

Job Summary

We have a vacancy for a talented draughtsperson / Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technician in either civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, to join our TUV team at our office in Great Yarmouth and Sizewell B Nuclear power station. As a newly qualified CAD Technician, you will have 2-3+ years' experience and will be capable of transforming work projects and engineering concepts into detailed 2D technical drawings and models. You will collaborate with engineers and architects to ensure designs are accurate, feasible for manufacture or construction, and compliant with safety regulations.

As this role is on-site for projects at a major nuclear plant at Sizewell B, it would be the ideal opportunity for someone local to Suffolk or who is open to relocating from within the UK.

Security Clearance

You will need to be eligible

for UK security clearance, or already hold CTC security clearance or higher, to aid with the vetting process. Nuclear industry knowledge/experience is beneficial but not necessary. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must have a suitable background and a valid UK working status that allows them to achieve UK security clearance. (Please note that this is very difficult to achieve within the timescales for non-UK nationals, and all applicants will be subject to a screening process prior to interview to ensure eligibility for security clearance). By applying for this role, you will agree to undertake initial security clearance screening and will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility.

Core Responsibilities

Drafting: Translating specifications and ideas into detailed plans, elevations, sections, and structural details.
Design Modification: Making necessary alterations to pre-existing drawings based on client feedback or project revisions.
Collaboration: Working alongside architects, engineers, and construction teams to resolve discrepancies and answer technical queries.
Compliance & Quality: Ensuring that all technical drawings meet safety standards, industry guidelines, and project constraints.
Documentation: Organizing CAD files, managing drawing registers, and maintaining records of project documentation.
Site Walkdowns: Occasionally performing surveys on site to conduct measurements or assess the practical buildability of designs.

Qualifications

Education/Background: GCSC or National 5 passes in Maths, Science or Technology and HNC, HND, C&G parametric modelling, NVQ 2, or formal CAD Certification in engineering, design, or architecture.

Key Skills and Attributes

Knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to create and read technical drawings.
IT skills and experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, and the ability to transfer, display, and manipulate work using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, as well as other programs such as inspection reporting platforms and photography tools.
Skilled in creating and interpreting spreadsheets for effective data tracking and management.
Attention to detail for creating accurate drawings and checking colleagues' work for accuracy and quality.
Good communication skills to collaborate with clients, engineers, and architects, and to interpret their designs.
Confidence working independently or as part of a team, liaising with other CAD technicians and draughtspersons on projects.
Adaptability and quick learning of new software and systems.
Ability to produce detailed technical drawings, plans, and schematics based on specifications given by engineers and contract partners.
Revising and updating drawings based on feedback and project requirements.
Ensuring all drawings adhere to industry standards and regulations.
Plate management and scanning skills.
Effective organization and time management skills to meet project deadlines.
Mathematical skills for calculations and estimates.
Spatial and design skills to visualize projects in 2D and 3D.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to develop creative solutions to design challenges.
Knowledge of health and safety requirements aligned with industry standards.

Salary and Package

A competitive package is offered with benefits.

Travel and Location

Please ensure you are aware of the location of Sizewell B Power Station and have considered your accommodation and travel arrangements. If invited to interview, you will be expected to travel to our Great Yarmouth office.

for UK security clearance, or has already;CTC security clearance or higher, to aide with the vetting process. Nuclear industry knowledge/experience is good, but not necessary.Due to the nature of the work, candidates must have a suitable background and a valid UK working status that will allow them to achieve UK security clearance. (Please note that this is very difficult to achieve within the timescales for non-UK nationals, and all applicants will be subject to a screening process prior to interview to ensure that you meet the security clearance

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