AutoCAD Technician – Electrical & Instrumentation
Location: Oakham, Rutland (commutable from Stamford, Peterborough, Grantham, Melton Mowbray and Leicester)
Salary: £50, + Bonus + Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (On-site)
What’s in it for you
1. Join a global engineering organisation designing advanced electrical and instrumentation control systems for the energy, power and process industries
2. Work on cutting-edge AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical projects supporting global combustion and environmental technology systems
3. Be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering team that values precision, quality and continuous development
4. Gain exposure to international projects and learn from experienced Controls Engineers in a supportive environment
5. Competitive salary, annual bonus and strong career progression opportunities
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced AutoCAD Technician – Electrical & Instrumentation to join our client’s established engineering team in Oakham.
You’ll create detailed instrumentation and control system drawings that support complex engineering projects across the oil & gas, power generation and industrial process sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CAD professional looking to develop their technical expertise in electrical, controls and instrumentation design within a world-class engineering business.
Key Responsibilities
6. Produce P&IDs, wiring diagrams, control panel GA drawings, loop and hook-up drawings, Boolean logic drawings and associated documentation using AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical
7. Review proposals, customer specifications and requirements with Controls Engineers to prepare the correct drawings for each project
8. Assist in producing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and ensure all drawings meet quality and project deadlines
9. Review and implement customer mark-ups and technical feedback
10. Attend workshop visits to support design changes and assist production personnel
11. Create as-built drawings and updated P&IDs upon project completion
12. Check both own and team drawings for technical accuracy and compliance
About You
13. Qualification or equivalent experience in Electrical, Instrumentation or Controls Engineering
14. Strong experience using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical within an industrial or engineering environment
15. Skilled in producing control panel and wiring drawings complete with full BOMs
16. Experience of P&ID drafting desirable
17. Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise workload
18. Confident communicator with a proactive and detail-focused approach
19. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and document control systems
About the Company
Our client is a global leader in combustion, instrumentation and environmental control systems, delivering engineered solutions that enhance efficiency, safety and sustainability.
They work across the energy, oil & gas and power generation industries and provide a technically rich environment where precision and innovation thrive.
You’ll join a supportive team with a strong culture of collaboration, professional development and engineering excellence.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced AutoCAD Technician or Electrical CAD Engineer with a background in instrumentation and control systems design, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to develop your skills within a global engineering business.
Apply today or contact the RecruitME team to learn more.