MEP CAD Lead

Job Description

As part of the UK Stations Strategy it is the intention to grow our Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) CAD team and we currently have some exciting opportunities within design team for quality hires to help us deliver our expanding portfolio of projects and clients. This role involves the production of 3D and 2D MEP design information for High Speed-2 Stations and Railway Systems, London Underground, Overground and Network Rail Station projects.

• Use of Bentley Micro Station and Open Buildings to model 3D MEP services including but not limited to Cable Management Systems, Pipework, Ductwork etc. Production of 2D sections from 3D models for incorporation into drawings including the presentation of the design onto schematic and 2D layout drawings.
• Carrying out the CAD modelling to the appropriate level of detail, through all stages of development (Feasibility to detailed design and handback) to relevant industry standards.
• Complete design coordination with other design disciplines to ensure a clash free design with the appropriate access and maintenance requirements once installed.
• Working with the project team to ensure the design process maximises data exchange across multiple software platforms, managed through a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Providing support to the engineering team in the review of the design data as required, mentoring and upskilling technical staff.

• Experience with multiple software platforms, including Bentley Micro Station, Open Buildings and Project Wise.
• Understanding of BIM and working within a Common Data Environment, preferably Bentley Project Wise.
• Working with off-shore CAD and BIM resources would be a valuable strength.
• Good understanding of current and emerging software platforms, and industry peer group operations.
• A strong knowledge of Microsoft software applications, including writing macros to undertake complex or repetitive calculations and experience of VBA would be advantageous.
• HNC/HND (minimum) in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience working on Rail and civil engineering design projects, preferably at tender, concept and detailed design stages. Full knowledge of all design stages of a major new rail station project.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.