Job Title: CAD Technician – AutoCAD – Primary Design Package: £55,000 – 65,000 base salary plus package Location: Croydon I’m currently searching for a CAD Technician with experience of primary design and 133KV. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a dynamic and hyper-growth sector. Become a key cog in a growing office with strong career development prospects. Key Responsibilities
Champion a safety-first approach by contributing to hazard reviews and promoting safety through design.
Conduct site surveys and coordinate activities with on-site teams when required.
Interpret tender documents to develop and review concept and base designs.
Prepare and review technical documents including:
Auxiliary supply, protection, and control designs
Schematic and wiring diagrams
Cable schedules, core sheets, battery and cable sizing
Protection and control equipment settings
Current and voltage transformer sizing
Develop technical specifications for design and equipment.
Ensure all design work meets Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including:
On-time delivery
Requirements compliance
Quality assurance (right-first-time)
~ Align all design outputs with project requirements, applicable standards, and specifications.
Skills & Qualifications
~ Minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant field.
~ Proficient in CAD tools and experienced in a BIM environment.
~ Solid understanding of high-voltage substation systems design.
~ Familiarity with IEC 61850 standards and applications.
~ Required experience:
~10-12 experience required for the higher salary range
Strong knowledge of:
HSE regulations and electrical works standards
Protection and control systems, SCADA, transformers, switchgear, batteries, cabling, earthing, and lighting