Our client is an established, award winning structural and civil engineering consultancy. Their projects range from small domestic alterations and extensions, to newbuilds and Super homes, low-rise building conversions, swimming pools, temporary works, drainage and highways design, in Residential, Commercial, and Institutional sectors. They also undertake structural surveys and defect diagnosis on existing buildings and structures. They advise on the repairs of buildings after insurance events, working for clients nationally. Our client is seeking a skilled Structural CAD Technician with previous drafting experience of building structures, below ground drainage and highways. A recently graduated structural engineer with previous technician experience would also be welcome to apply. Job Role As part of the integrated structural engineering design team, prepare engineering drawings for building structures, foundations, below ground drainage and highways. Working predominantly in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD though experience in Tekla Structures would be advantageous. The right candidate may be suitable to engage in some structural design under supervision of more experienced members of staff. Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Responsible for production and management of drawings and reporting to senior engineer or project director. • Proficient using Autodesk software including AutoCAD and Revit and 3D modelling software such as Tekla Structural Designer TSD. • Production of bar bending schedules as required for reinforced concrete structures. • Experience visiting sites to complete detailed inspections to ensure as built structure complies with design drawings. • Ability to co-ordinate with other design professionals to ensure that design drawings meet client brief and co-ordinate with other consultants’ information. • Assist with the administration of projects. • Assist with the general administration of the office. • Where applicable complete engineering calculations to demonstrate compliance with current codes of practice to support proposed design solution. Skills and Personal Qualities • Keen eye for detail • Ability to communicate through verbal, written and sketched communication • Experience detailing / designing in the following materials: o Steelwork o Reinforced Concrete o Load bearing masonry o Timber Knowledge • Proven technical experience commensurate to the role Training Our client will offer the right candidate both formal and on the job training with support in attaining professional qualifications with a relevant professional institution such as TIstructE with the Institution of Structural Engineers. The wide variety of projects they undertake is particularly suited to technicians who want to get a good grounding in all aspects of building structures. Benefits • Competitive salary • 6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays, increasing to 7 weeks for long service. • Your birthday off • 12% annual bonus scheme eligibility after 12 months of service • Private healthcare after 12 months of service • Company pension • Membership of a professional institution paid • Training and exam fees for professional institution paid • Regular team building events • Company mobile phone • Childcare voucher scheme