Our client, a global engineering consultancy, is now looking for an MEP CAD Lead for their Rail team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to produce 2D and 3D MEP Designs information on some of the UK's largest projects.

Principal responsibilities:

• Use of Bentley MicroStation and OpenBuildings to model 3D MEP services including but not limited to Cable Management Systems, Pipework, Ductwork etc.
• Carrying out the CAD modelling to the appropriate level of detail, through all stages of development (Feasibility to detailed design and handback) to relevant industry standards.
• Complete design coordination with other design disciplines to ensure a clash-free design with the appropriate access and maintenance requirements once installed.
• Working with the project team to ensure the design process maximises data exchange across multiple software platforms, managed through a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Providing support to the engineering team and as required, mentoring and upskilling technical staff.

Key skills/experience needed:

• Full knowledge of all design stages of a major new rail station project.
• Fully conversant with multiple software platforms, including Bentley MicroStation, OpenBuildings and ProjectWise.
• Understanding of BIM and working within a Common Data Environment, preferably Bentley ProjectWise;
• Working with off-shore CAD and BIM resources (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft software applications, including writing macros to undertake complex or repetitive calculations and experience of VBA would be advantageous.
• You will either need to be qualified with to HNC/HND (minimum) in Civil Engineering or with good and appropriate experience working on Rail and civil engineering design projects, preferably at tender, concept and detailed design stages.