CAD Technician

Job Title: CAD Technician

Location: Newcastle / Hybrid

Salary: Competitive

Type: Permanent

Sector: Publc Sector

Job Description

North is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to join our Design & Engineering team. The role will support the successful delivery of multiple programmes concurrently across North’s Public Service sector.

The CAD Technician will be responsible for producing high-quality 2D and 3D AutoCAD design outputs to support the design, construction, and as-built phases of security and building services installations.

The role will support Building Information Modelling (BIM) aligned project delivery where required, ensuring designs are developed, coordinated, and managed in accordance with project BIM requirements and industry standards. This role will report directly to the Head of Design & Engineering, and work closely with Technical Design Authorities, and project teams, the role will ensure that all drawings and models meet technical standards, coordination requirements, and programme objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drawing & Design Production

Produce accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings in line with British Standards, project requirements, and company QA processes

Support 3D modelling and BIM outputs using tools such as AutoCAD (3D) where required

Develop design packages for:

CCTV systems

Access Control systems

Electrical layouts

Containment routes

Service penetrations

Project Lifecycle Deliverables

Prepare and update drawings and models for:

Concept design

Detailed design (Stage 4)

Construction issue

As-built / record documentation

Incorporate redline markups, site feedback, and commissioning updates into final deliverables

Ensure outputs align with installation, testing, and handover requirements

BIM & Digital Coordination

Support project delivery in line with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 principles

Work within a Common Data Environment (CDE) for managing drawings, models, and revisions

Assist with model coordination and clash detection processes

Ensure designs are aligned with federated models from other disciplines (MEP, architectural, structural)

Update drawings and models based on coordination reviews and clash resolution outcomes

Support delivery of digital handover information and asset data where required

Collaboration

Work closely with:

Commissioning Engineers

Technical Design Authorities

Project Managers, Installation Engineers, and site teams

External consultants and design partners

Support multi-disciplinary coordination, ensuring security designs integrate with wider building systems

Quality & Document Control

Maintain drawing and model registers, ensuring accurate version control

Follow company QA processes and document control procedures

Ensure all outputs meet:

Project standards

BIM requirements

Industry regulations

Workload & Delivery

Support multiple programmes concurrently, managing priorities effectively

Deliver work within agreed timelines while maintaining high accuracy and quality

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Proven experience using AutoCAD for 2D drawing production

Experience producing drawings within M&E, building services, or construction environments

Solid understanding of:

Electrical layuts

Infrastructure and cntainment systems

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Working knowledge of BIM processes (Level 2 / ISO 19650 preferred)

Understanding of:

Cmmon Data Environments (CDE)

Mdel coordination workflows

Construction design stages and digital deliverables

Ability to interpret and work with multi-disciplinary design information and models

Desirable:

Experience producing drawings for security systems (CCTV, Access Control)

Familiarity with public sector or critical infrastructure environments

Understanding of construction stages and as?built documentation processes

Knowledge of relevant British Standards and industry guidelines

Desirable

Experience working within public services (local government, NHS, central government, or regulated environments)

Understanding of public sector funding, procurement, and compliance requirements

Experience supporting transformation or service redesign programmes

Relevant professional qualifications and/or membership (e.g. APM, or equivalent)

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including:

Generous holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Professional development and training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs

Employee assistance programmes

How to Apply

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form .

We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK

For further detail on the company and what it is like to work for North then please visit our website .

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