CAD Technician
Location: On-site – Cambridgeshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Instrumentation and CAD technician to join our engineering team.
In this hands-on role, you will support the design and production of electrical and instrumentation documentation, working closely with Control Engineers to develop high-quality drawings using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
You will be instrumental in producing P&IDs, control panel GAs, wiring diagrams, loop drawings, hook-up drawings, Boolean logic schematics, and more.
Key Responsibilities
* Interpret and analyse customer specifications and project documentation
* Create and revise drawings using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical, including:
* P&IDs
* Wiring diagrams
* Control panel GAs (Local and PLC panels)
* Loop and hook-up drawings
* Boolean logic diagrams
* Assist Controls Engineers in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs)
* Support workshop personnel with design clarifications and updates during production
* Review and incorporate customer comments and mark-ups
* Produce accurate as-built documentation
* Conduct drawing checks for accuracy and compliance
* Use MS Office and web-based systems to manage project files and communications
About You
* Qualification in Engineering (Electrical/Instrumentation preferred) or equivalent industry experience
* Proven experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical
* Demonstrated ability to produce accurate, comprehensive electrical and control system drawings
* Experience with control panels, wiring layouts, and instrumentation design
* P&ID creation experience is highly desirable
* Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
* Self-motivated, assertive, and confident in your technical abilities
* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Additional Requirements
Must hold a full, valid UK driving licence
Willing to attend on-site workshops when required