Senior CAD BIM Lead

Senior CAD / BIM Engineer
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a engineering and control systems specialist that delivers complex automation, electrical, and digital engineering solutions across highly regulated and safety-critical industries. The organisation is well established, growing, and known for its technical excellence and collaborative culture.
Due to continued project demand, our client is seeking a Senior CAD / BIM Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality design outputs across a diverse portfolio of engineering projects.

The Role
As a Senior CAD / BIM Engineer, you will take a lead role in producing, coordinating, and reviewing CAD and BIM models and drawings. You’ll act as a technical point of reference within the design function, supporting best practice, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring compliance with project and client standards.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Produce and manage detailed CAD and BIM models, drawings, and associated documentation
 
* Coordinate BIM models across electrical, control systems, and multidisciplinary designs
 
* Ensure designs comply with client, project, and industry standards
 
* Review and quality-check drawings and models produced by others
 
* Maintain and improve CAD/BIM standards, templates, and workflows
 
* Support project teams with technical design input and coordination
 
* Participate in clash detection, model reviews, and design coordination meetings
 
* Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior CAD/BIM engineers
 
* Contribute to continuous improvement of digital engineering and BIM practices
About You
You will be an experienced CAD/BIM professional with a strong background in engineering design environments and the confidence to take ownership of design quality.
Essential skills and experience:
 
* Significant experience in a CAD/BIM role within engineering or industrial projects
 
* Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM tools such as Revit and/or Navisworks
 
* Experience supporting electrical, control systems, or automation projects
 
* Good understanding of BIM standards, workflows, and model coordination
 
* Strong attention to detail and ability to review technical deliverables
 
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable:
 
* Experience working in regulated or safety-critical sectors (e.g. nuclear, defence, energy)
 
* Knowledge of ISO 19650 or BIM Level 2 standards
 
* Experience mentoring or leading CAD/BIM team members
Why Apply?
 
* Opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging projects
 
* Join a stable and growing engineering organisation
 
* Clear opportunities for professional development and progression
All applications will be handled confidentially by the recruiting partner on behalf of our client