Junior CAD Technician
Are you a Junior CAD Technician looking to develop your technical skills on real development projects across the UK? This Junior CAD Technician opportunity offers hands‑on design experience, structured mentoring and the chance to build a long‑term career within a growing transport planning and infrastructure consultancy. As a Junior CAD Technician you will support the design team in producing accurate drawings and technical information for highways and infrastructure projects, working alongside experienced engineers and planners while developing your CAD capability and gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle.
About the Client
My client is an independent transport planning and civil engineering consultancy providing specialist services in transport planning, highway infrastructure design, drainage engineering and flood risk management for development projects across the UK. Working closely with developers, architects and local authorities, the consultancy supports projects from early feasibility through to detailed design and delivery. Their teams operate across multiple UK offices and collaborate on projects spanning residential communities, logistics developments, retail sites, healthcare facilities and education projects.
Responsibilities
- Produce CAD drawings for highways, access roads and development infrastructure
- Assist with highway design layouts and technical drawings for planning submissions
- Support engineers with the preparation of technical plans and design packages
- Update and revise drawings throughout project stages
- Ensure drawings comply with relevant design standards and project specifications
- Collaborate with engineers, planners and other technical specialists within the team
- Organise drawing files and maintain accurate project records
- Assist with design documentation for planning and technical approvals
Qualifications
- Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software
- Relevant qualification such as Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, CAD or a related discipline
- Basic understanding of highway or infrastructure design principles (desirable but not essential)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when producing drawings
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced engineers
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
- Graduate candidates or those early in their career looking to step into a Junior CAD Technician role are encouraged to apply
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Supportive training and mentoring from experienced engineers
- Exposure to a wide range of development and infrastructure projects
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Modern London office environment
Location and Hours
This role is based in my client’s London office, where you will work alongside transport planners, civil engineers and infrastructure specialists on projects across the UK. The position is full‑time with office‑based collaboration and opportunities to gain practical project exposure alongside experienced professionals.
How to Apply
If you are looking to start or progress your career as a Junior CAD Technician within a specialist infrastructure consultancy, this opportunity could provide the perfect platform for your development. Apply today to find out more about the role and how your career could grow within this team.
Contact
Even if the salary, location or seniority does not exactly match your current situation, we still welcome applications. Carrington West’s Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on 023 9387 6062 for more information.
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