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.
Job Title: CAD Technician
Location: Newcastle / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Sector: Publc Sector
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
- 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
We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK.
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