CAD Technician (Electrical P&C) x2 in Glasgow, Scotland

Our client Scottish Power Transmissions are currently recruiting for 2 CAD Technicians (Electrical P&C) to join their team based in Cambuslang on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for experienced CAD Operators with an Electrical 2D CAD background.

Job Purpose Statement

Help us create a better future, quicker! We are looking for individuals with skills and experience in the following areas: Autocad. ScottishPower's Drawing Office is expanding to meet growing business demands, and we are seeking a CAD Operator (Drawing Office) – (Electrical Protection & Control) Team to support these efforts. As a CAD Operator, you will be responsible for producing and updating high quality engineering drawing solutions for Transmission Network Projects (132kV and above). Reporting to the Electrical (P&C) DO Discipline Lead, you will play an important role in delivering accurate, consistent drawing outputs that meet project, safety, and compliance requirements.

Accountability Statements

• Preparation of 2D Drawings using Autocad: Developing both feasibility and detailed design drawings for complex transmission / distribution projects.
• Compliance: Supporting adherence to health, safety, quality, and environmental standards within project deliverables.
• Workload Management: Responsible for organising and progressing your allocated workload efficiently.
• Information Gathering: Collecting relevant information to produce accurate drawings.
• Standards Promotion: Communicating and encouraging the use of drawing standards and procedures.
• QA Systems: Ensuring your work complies with externally audited QA systems and supporting the discipline in maintaining these standards.
• Database Maintenance: Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of the drawing office databases.
• Design Change System: Contribute to an auditable design/design change system to facilitate BS EN 9001 accreditation.
• Drawing Assessment: Assessing basic and detailed drawings during approval process.
• Team Support: Providing guidance and support to team members in their areas of expertise.
• Client Delivery: Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work to clients, achieving high client satisfaction.
• Documentation Review: Preparing and reviewing drawing documentation and processes within the drawing office.
• Communications: Keeping drawing office manager, design lead, project staff and clients updated on work progress and any issues that arise.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

What you'll bring:

• In-depth understanding of drawing principles and health & safety requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, departments, and businesses.
• Produce drawings, including plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and details.
• Proficient in using Autodesk products, including but not restricted to AutoCAD 2022, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
• Ensure all work meets quality, accuracy, and project deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of digital processes and modelling efficiency.
• Understanding of construction methods, regulations such as British standards (BS) and technical detailing.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organisational abilities to ensure high client satisfaction and the ability to plan and manage conflicting requirements to meet challenging deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Contribute recommendations of continuous improvement initiatives relating to the drawing office functions and deliverables.

Minimum Criteria (mandatory)

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in 2D drawing production.
• HNC in CAD or proven engineering experience within Transmission Substation Design - Drawing Office.
• Understanding of Electrical Design drawing production.
• A solid understanding of health and safety requirements, and compliance.
• Working knowledge of drawing standards and procedures.
• Skilled in using 2D Autodesk products, including AutoCAD, and the MS Office suite.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.