CAD Technician in Manchester

CAD Technician in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Alexander Associates Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Create high-quality engineering drawings and models for exciting water and infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Join a growing multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving essential services across the UK.
  • Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, ongoing mentoring, and excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from experienced engineers.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while developing your technical skills in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: 2-3 years CAD experience and a passion for engineering design.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

We are looking for a talented and motivated

CAD Technician to join a growing multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of exciting water and infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working alongside experienced engineers and senior CAD professionals on a diverse range of clean water, wastewater and wider infrastructure schemes.

You'll receive ongoing mentoring, develop your technical skills and play an important role in delivering projects that help improve essential services for communities across the country.

Whether you’re looking to build on your existing CAD experience or take the next step towards becoming a Senior CAD Technician, this role offers excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As a CAD Technician, you’ll support the production of high-quality engineering drawings and models throughout all stages of project delivery.

Working closely with Design Engineers and Senior CAD Technicians, you’ll help produce accurate, coordinated design information that meets client requirements and industry standards.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Producing accurate engineering drawings and models using CAD software.
  • Supporting the preparation, revision and coordination of design drawings throughout project lifecycles.
  • Ensuring all drawings comply with company CAD standards, industry best practice and client specifications.
  • Using standard details, templates and design information to prepare engineering drawings efficiently and accurately.
  • Working within established quality procedures and design processes.
  • Managing your workload to meet project deadlines while accurately recording time spent on tasks.
  • Using Project Wise and other document management systems to manage project information.
  • Updating drawings following design reviews and incorporating technical feedback from the wider design team.
  • Supporting engineers and senior technicians with a variety of design and project-related activities.
  • Continuously developing your technical knowledge through mentoring, training and practical project experience.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for engineering design who enjoys learning, solving problems and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Requirements

  • 2-3 years’ experience using CAD software within an engineering environment.
  • Understanding of engineering drawings and drafting principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative design team.
  • A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • HNC in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience within the water, utilities, rail or wider infrastructure sectors through employment, apprenticeships or placements.
  • Knowledge of engineering drawing standards and CAD best practice.
  • Experience using Project Wise or similar document management systems.
  • Exposure to Civil 3D, Revit or other 3D modelling software.
  • What You’ll Bring

You’ll be someone who enjoys working in a team, takes pride in producing accurate technical work and is committed to developing your engineering career. You’ll demonstrate:

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CAD Technician in Manchester employer: Alexander Associates Limited

At Alexander Associates Limited, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Bristol. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values your contributions to impactful water and infrastructure projects across the UK.

Alexander Associates Limited

Contact Details:

Alexander Associates Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace CAD Technician in Manchester

CAD Software Proficiency
Engineering Drawing Understanding
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
Collaborative Teamwork
Proactive Attitude