CAD Technician in Washington

North is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to join our Design & Engineering team. The role will support the successful delivery of multiple programmes concurrently across North’s Public Service sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings in line with British Standards, project requirements, and company QA processes.
• Support 3D modelling and BIM outputs using tools such as AutoCAD (3D) where required.
• Develop design packages for CCTV systems, Access Control systems, Electrical layouts, Containment routes, Service penetrations.
• Prepare and update drawings and models for Concept design, Detailed design (Stage 4), Construction issue, As‑built / record documentation.
• Incorporate redline markups, site feedback, and commissioning updates into final deliverables.
• Ensure outputs align with installation, testing, and handover requirements.
• Support project delivery in line with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 principles.
• Work within a Common Data Environment (CDE) for managing drawings, models, and revisions.
• Assist with model coordination and clash detection processes; update drawings and models based on coordination reviews.
• Support delivery of digital handover information and asset data where required.
• Work closely with commissioning engineers, technical design authorities, project managers, installation engineers, and external consultants.
• Maintain drawing and model registers, ensuring accurate version control; follow company QA processes and document control procedures.
• Ensure all outputs meet project standards, BIM requirements, and industry regulations.
• Support multiple programmes concurrently, managing priorities effectively and delivering within agreed timelines with high accuracy and quality.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience using AutoCAD for 2D drawing production.
• Experience producing drawings within M&E, building services, or construction environments.
• Solid understanding of electrical layouts, infrastructure and containment systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of BIM processes (Level 2 / ISO 19650 preferred).
• Understanding of Common Data Environments (CDE), model coordination workflows, construction design stages and digital deliverables.
• Ability to interpret and work with multi‑disciplinary design information and models.

Desirable

• Experience producing drawings for security systems (CCTV, Access Control).
• Familiarity with public sector or critical infrastructure environments.
• Understanding of construction stages and as‑built documentation processes.
• Knowledge of relevant British Standards and industry guidelines.
• Experience working within public services (local government, NHS, central government, or regulated environments).
• Understanding of public sector funding, procurement, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting transformation or service redesign programmes.
• Relevant professional qualifications and/or membership (e.g. APM).

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Healthcare and wellbeing programmes.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs.
• Employee assistance programmes.

How To Apply

If you are a proactive and detail‑oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form. We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK. For further detail on the company and what it is like to work for North, visit our website North.tech. Investors in People Gold accredited - because at North, our people make work better.