CAD Technician
Contract
London
Market Rates

Must be a fluent French speaker that can read, write and converse in French
PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• A team player with the ability to work within a team.
• Accountable for the production of CAD drawings as directed and to a good standard of accuracy and within the timescales specified.
• Accountable to the Design Manager for day to day activities.
• To ensure that the best intention and good offices are represented within the local organisation and through client meetings, presentations etc. with the client if required.
• Ensure that the drawings produced follows the best practices of the company in terms of quality and standards compliance as directed.
• To ensure that confidentiality is always maintained.

MISSION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to the Engineering Manager.
• May be required to attend client meetings, presentations and conferences accompanied.
• Ensures that the Design activity follows the best practices of the company in terms of quality and standards compliance.
• To respect the Health & Safety Regulation of work, that relating to Hygiene and staff safety as an employee.
• To take part in the internal meetings (Quality, H&E, Safety, steering and coordination) and every meeting as guest of Management.
• To partake in a culture of design AND build with a delivery orientated approach.

CANDIDATES REQUIREMENTS
For this position, the ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and knowledge:

• Professional education qualifications to HNC/Degree level in an engineering discipline an advantage. Previous experience preferred working within an OLE design environment
• Proven experience of CAD drawing, particularly in Rail Electrification Design Management.
• Working knowledge of Network Rail standards and processes (including AC and/or DC railway electrification systems for Mainline or Underground applications) would be ideal.
• Knowledge of electrified lines desirable.
• Experience and up-to-date knowledge of OHLE Systems and Design Tools.
• Strong communication, organisation, evaluation and decision-making skills.
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) certificate desirable.
• Competent in methodology creation and implementation for CAD use (MicroStation 2D + 3D) and calculations.