CAD Engineer

at  UK Power Networks

79638- CAD Engineer
This CAD Engineer will report to the IM and CAD Manager and will work within UK Power Networks Services based in our head office in Elephant and Castle. You will be a permanent employee.
You will attract a salary of £51,245 and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote
Close Date: 10/10/2024
We also provide the following additional benefits
25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Occupational Health support
Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
Discounted access to sports and social clubs
Employee Assistance Programme.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An experienced CAD Engineer ideally with experience of AutoCAD / AutoCAD civil and MicroStation.
Experience operating within a utilities environment an advantage.
Electrical networks experience.
Fundamental knowledge of all MS Office packages essential.
Main tasks in the role include CAD layouts, coordinates, schematics, general assemblies, details, civil construction, and data collation.
All design work is undertaken with other utilities, gas, water, sewer
Knowledge of NETMAP an advantage.
Must have a driving licence.
Medical, Drugs and Alcohol screening.

JOB PURPOSE:

To undertake and deliver CAD design drawings, ensuring full compliance with UKPN Services and client standards.
Although initially working with the Civil team you will gain further competencies to work on any future projects within UKPN Services.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Produce design drawings to allow construction works to be delivered in a safe and efficient manner.
Collaborate with the delivery team and client to ensure project delivery.
Maintain Network records and respond to third party queries promptly.
Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies.
Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies.
Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities.
Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities.
You will work with minimal supervision to manage and prioritise a varied work load and be an effective problem solver with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver CAD drawings to meet all project deadlines.
Provide technical support as part of the team to deliver all planned works in addition to all Operations and Maintenance delivery requirements.
Attend and contribute to team briefings, give feed-back.
Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team / company).
Seek continuous improvement.
Required to work additional hours to meet project requirements.
Liaise within the project team and communicate with external parties.