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Senior CAD Technician; FTC)

Job in Ipswich, Suffolk County, IP1, England, UK
Listing for: VSL International Ltd.
Full Time, Contract position Listed on 2026-11-15
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 65000 GBP Yearly GBP 42000.00 65000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position: Senior CAD Technician (2 Year FTC)

As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

VSL's Business Is Based On Four Areas Of Expertise
  • Structural systems and technologies
  • Civil engineering
  • Foundations and soil engineering
  • Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Project

Sizewell C is at the heart of the UK's clean energy revolution. This landmark nuclear power station in Suffolk will provide low-carbon electricity for millions of homes and play a vital role in achieving the UK's net zero targets. Supported by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deliver sustainable energy infrastructure at scale.

We are responsible for a range of specialist ground engineering works, including deep soil mixing, plastic cut-off walls, embankments, and load transfer platforms — all of which form essential enabling works for the main power station.

Role Overview

The Senior CAD Technician will play a key role within the Design & Engineering team, taking responsibility for producing, coordinating and reviewing high-quality 2D drawings and 3D models for specialist geotechnical structures.

Working closely with the BIM Manager, Design Manager and wider engineering team, the role will provide technical CAD and BIM expertise across the design process, supporting the delivery of complex ground engineering works. The successful candidate will be expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, provide technical guidance to other CAD technicians and help maintain consistency, accuracy and quality across all design outputs.

The role will also support the development and coordination of BIM information within the Project Wise Common Data Environment (CDE), ensuring compliance with project standards and procedures.

Main Responsibilities Design Production
  • Lead the production and coordination of detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for geotechnical structures, including Diaphragm Walls, Plastic Walls, Guide Walls, Cutter Soil Mixing (CSM) and Deep Soil Mixing (DSM) elements.
  • Develop and oversee Revit models for layout drawings, general arrangements and design coordination.
  • Produce and coordinate Tekla Structures models for reinforced concrete (RC) cage detailing and fabrication drawings.
  • Prepare and review reinforced concrete and steelwork detailing in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards.
  • Review CAD drawings and models produced by other team members, ensuring technical accuracy, consistency and compliance with project requirements.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to CAD Technicians, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice.
  • Ensure design outputs consider buildability, constructability and site requirements.
BIM & Document Management
  • Take responsibility for the quality and coordination of CAD information within the Project Wise Common Data Environment.
  • Ensure drawings and models comply with project CAD standards, BIM Execution Plan (BEP), naming conventions and document control procedures.
  • Coordinate with the BIM Manager and Design Manager on model reviews, information exchanges and clash detection exercises.
  • Support the development and continuous improvement of CAD and BIM workflows.
  • Ensure design information is accurately maintained, reviewed and issued in accordance with project procedures.
Technical Development & Coordination
  • Act as a technical point of contact for CAD-related matters within…

Position Requirements

10+ Years work experience
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