CAD Technician HV Overhead Lines

BakerHicks has grown rapidly in the Transmission & Distribution sector over the last decade, delivering exceptional engineering design to major UK projects. We are now looking for a CAD Technician to join our HV Overhead Line team within Power Sector.

Reporting to the OHL CAD Team Lead, you will be responsible for producing high-quality drawings and models using AutoCAD, Microstation, and other design tools. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in the electrical Transmission & Distribution sector, predominantly in HV Overheadl Lines but also HV underground cables and substations.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce OHL Wire Clearance Drawings, Insulator Set & Conductor Sub-system Drawings, Material Lists, Route plan drawings.
• Produce schematics, models, and detailed drawings for HV projects.
• Update and modify drawings in line with client standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver holistic design solutions.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance with CAD standards, and timely delivery.
• Support junior technicians and promote “Right First Time” and “Zero Defects” principles.

 

About You

• Proven experience in HV transmission and distribution, underground cables, substations, or OHL draughting.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D & 3D); knowledge of Revit, Civils 3D, or Bentley Microstation is an advantage.
• Minimum HNC/D qualification; EngTech MIET or MICE status desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why this role?

• You will form part of a team that is a trusted partner for some of the UK's key clients, delivering detailed and complex turnkey designs
• You will work on flagship, high-profile projects - some of the most exciting in the UK with the ability to see your projects come to life through the full design lifecycle
• You will be joining a diverse, established team with a varied background of skills and expertise, who value new ideas and welcome innovative solutions. You are encouraged to take ownership and have freedom in decision-making
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will have links into the wider network of engineers within the business to learn and grow

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors. 

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

 

About BakerHicks 

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

  

Benefits 

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.  

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to: 

• Company car or cash allowance 
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan 
• Life assurance scheme 
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave 
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc) 
• Flexible/hybrid working 
• Family friendly policies 
• Employee assistance 
• Professional development 

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.  
BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.   

 

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