Job summary

My Client is recruiting for a 3D CAD Technician / Designer in the Water Sector

Key skills required for this role

Water

Important

Water Sector Experience

Job description

My Client is recruiting for a 3D CAD Technician / Designer in the Water Sector

JOB ROLE: To create high-quality 3D models & detailed technical drawings and plans for projects.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Production of plant and pipework 3D Models in AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Responsibility for the preparation & production of General Arrangement, Sub Arrangement and Detailed drawings including manufacturing standard pipework isometrics / orthographic drawings from AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Assistance in preparation of AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalogues
• To prepare and ensure the design and layout integrity of flow and intelligent P&I diagrams
• To support process details / design to projects
• Take initiative to identify and deal with errors, snags, Site feedback & other issues
• To maintain good communication & liaison links between the manager, other members of the Engineering team, all other departments, as well as outside organisations
• Liaising with site personnel, subcontractors & clients as required by the contract
• To show initiative in the absence of the manager and members of the team in their respective roles in prioritising correspondence / telephone calls to ensure urgent matters are brought to the attention of appropriate colleagues
• To work within & maintain existing filing systems & procedures
• To assist in CAD support for the Proposals Department during tender stage if required
• To ensure the appropriate & timely distribution of correspondence, circulars, reports etc. as applicable
• To deal sensitively with people, situations and confidential material
• To carry out site visits (normally with others) to survey new & existing sites & equipment
• To carry out any other reasonable requests by the Engineering Manager

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• AutoCAD 2D & 3D Plant Modelling & Drafting experience
• AutoDESK Vault file management
• AutoCAD Plant 3D Intelligent P&IDs
• Relevant engineering and technical knowledge
• Knowledge of British Standards, water industry specification preferred, process industry design
• Some knowledge of specialist tools; piping systems, FE Analysis, risk tools, modelling
• Usage of Document Management Systems (ProjectWise or other) not essential
• A good knowledge of materials, coatings and finishes including stainless and carbon steels, structural steels, elastomers and performance plastics
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes; machining, welding, surface treatments etc.
• Be able to communicate effectively regarding matters of a technical nature to customers
• Experience working with bespoke systems / machine design and manufacture
• Design of electro-mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics or associated supply
• Driving license desirable but not essential
• CSCS card desirable but not essential

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

The successful candidate is likely to display the following attributes:

Good Communicator - Influence a positive outcome in terms of driving the mechanical output.

Flexible - Working from home or in the office, with the ability to meet the day to day requirements even if this means travelling and staying away from home.

Technically astute - Have a genuine interest in and knowledge of water treatment process plants, mechanical equipment, standardisation and even product development.

Resourceful - Know when and who to ask / deploy to get the work done in line with the agreed plan

Organised - Able to work to clear deliverables, report progress, able to give feedback, drive to deliver without the need to be driven by others.

Completer/Finisher - Proven track record of closing out design outputs that will stand up to review.

Team Player - Willing to contribute to and support the overall project delivery team and support the wider project delivery team and management.

Innovative / Developmental - Proactively develop best practices to continuously improve the future performance of the design team.