Principal CAD Technician – Fully Remote!

Blueprint Recruitment are seeking a skilled Senior/Principal CAD Technician to join a leading tier one contractor on a permanent, remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of national grid HV Substations projects. This role involves coordinating design projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget, and maintaining high standards of CAD outputs for substation work. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in CAD for electrical projects, who is ready to lead and innovate while supporting high-quality project outcomes. If you're experienced in HV substation CAD and thrive in a leadership role, this position offers a great career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and maintenance of policy, processes, and training manuals for substation CAD outputs.
• Ensure the quality of all substation CAD deliverables and provide training for team members in CAD delivery.
• Produce tender and contract drawings, as well as technical documentation for projects.
• Deliver technical 2D and 3D CAD drawing services, including substation steelwork detailing, OHL assets, conductor fittings, and OHL profile drawings.
• Collaborate with other department members and liaise with OHL CAD technicians to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to project briefings, team meetings, and design review discussions with engineers and technicians.
• Assist in maintaining CAD technical libraries and develop external CAD resources.
• Maintain communication with internal and external clients and ensure project requirements are met.
• Review and assess contract programs in design and innovation teams, ensuring compliance with company policies and values.
• Promote continuous improvement, integrity, and safety in all aspects of work.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in producing CAD/BIM outputs for HV substations in the UK.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and other relevant CAD software.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Annual bonus.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Private health care.
• Company car.