Digital Engineer Cardiff, Bristol

We’relooking for a Digital Engineer to play a vital role in delivering high ‑ quality building services design information as part of collaborative, multidisciplinary teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands ‑ on digital design and modelling, wants exposure to a wide range of projects, and is keen to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

You’llwork on varied projects across the South Westand beyond, contributing to technically robust, compliant, and well ‑ coordinated building services models and drawings.

This role offers structured development, mentoring, and clear progression as your capability and confidence grow.

• Produce 3D models and drawings from mark-ups provided by the engineering or BIM team.
• Assist with the preparation of feasibility, design, and contract-level building services drawings.
• Identify gaps in design information and liaise with engineers to obtain missing details.
• With guidance from Senior Engineers, coordinate models between building services, structure, and architectural finishes.
• Compile drawing& Model packages for issue using Revit, AutoCAD, AdobePDFand IFC.
• Maintain and update drawing registers in line with company drawing control procedures.
• Set up Revit models.
• Uploading models and drawings to Common Data Environments(CDE).
• Support the Building Performance Team by producing plans, sections, and elevations.
• Have an understandingofBIM protocols, standards, Level of Detail (LOD) and Level of Information (LOI).
• Work collaboratively with the wider design team to understand roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
• Assist with the development, support, and training of trainees and work experience students.
• Have an understanding ofISO 19650

You are a motivated and detail ‑ focused digital engineering professional, either progressing from a trainee role or bringing relevant engineering experience. You enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and are keen to continue developing your technical and professional capabilities within a structured and supportive environment.

You approach your work in a logical, organised manner, manage your time well, and take pride in meeting deadlines. You are proactive inidentifyingareas for improvement and confident in asking for support when needed.

• Good working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD
• An understanding of building services engineering, buildability, and fire stopping principles.
• Experience or awareness of: BIM 360 / Forma;
  Revizto;
  Clash Detection; COBie data, families, and types;
  Matterport point clouds; BIM Execution Plans
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and core IT systems.
• A willingness to work towards a suitable BIM / Revit qualification or certification, if not already held.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
• A positive, flexible attitude and the ability to work effectively within amulti ‑ disciplinary team.

SDS is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not accept CVs from agencies.