CAD Engineer

Company: Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

CAD Engineer (Nuclear)

Rate: c40.00 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Contract: Initial 12-month contract Start: ASAP

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for 2 experienced CAD Engineer’s to support the delivery of major UK nuclear projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you’ll be responsible for producing and coordinating high-quality 3D design models for complex electrical installation and cable routing packages using AVEVA E3D.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and develop detailed 3D models using AVEVA E3D.
  • Design and coordinate cable routing and cable tray layouts within a multidisciplinary BIM environment.
  • Ensure designs comply with project, quality and nuclear industry standards.
  • Resolve design clashes and work closely with engineering teams to deliver practical solutions.
  • Support design reviews and provide technical input throughout project delivery.

Requirements

  • 3+ years’ experience as a CAD Engineer within the nuclear industry (essential).
  • Strong working knowledge of AVEVA E3D (essential).
  • Experience producing complex 3D design models for electrical or multidisciplinary engineering projects.
  • Understanding of cable routing, cable tray layouts and BIM coordination.
  • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.

If you’re an experienced Nuclear CAD Engineer looking for your next Outside IR35 contract, we’d love to hear from you.

Posted: July 20th, 2026