CAD Technician

CAD Technician – Civils & Structures Design Location

York

Rail Infrastructure ¦ Civil & Structural Engineering

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CAD Technician to join our expanding in‑house Civil & Structural Design team based in York. As we continue to invest in our design capability, we are developing a dedicated Permanent Works Infrastructure Design team to support a growing portfolio of rail infrastructure projects nationwide. This role will play a key part in delivering high-quality engineering drawings and technical support across a wide range of infrastructure schemes, including Access for All (AfA) projects, Electrification and Power (E&P) schemes, Project Reach programmes, lineside civils works and station infrastructure enhancements.

Based on the existing York design team role profile and updated business requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious technician looking to build a long‑term career within a dynamic and growing rail design environment while working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health Cash Plan and employee rewards scheme
• Employee referral programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support towards professional development and Eng Tech accreditation
• Clear career progression pathways within the Design & Engineering team
• Safe, inclusive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant rail infrastructure projects

Our in‑house Design & Engineering team delivers multidisciplinary civil and structural engineering solutions across a wide range of railway infrastructure projects. Working closely with major framework clients and project delivery teams, we support projects from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and construction support. As our infrastructure portfolio continues to grow, we are expanding the York team to support increasing demand across accessibility, enhancement and infrastructure renewal programmes.

Typical projects include:

• Access for All (AfA) schemes
• Station upgrades and platform works
• Electrification and Power (E&P) infrastructure schemes
• Project Reach and rail enhancement programmes
• Lineside civils and access improvements
• Bridges, retaining structures and drainage improvements
• Footbridges, ramps and station accessibility infrastructure
• Civil engineering works associated with multidisciplinary rail projects

As a CAD Technician, you will support engineers and designers in the production of high-quality engineering drawings, models and technical documentation for permanent works infrastructure projects. You'll work closely with engineers and project teams to develop innovative and practical design solutions, ensuring all outputs meet relevant standards, quality requirements and client expectations. This role offers excellent exposure to a broad range of rail infrastructure projects and provides a strong platform for developing both technical and professional skills.

• Produce and develop engineering drawings and technical details in accordance with company and industry CAD standards.
• Support the delivery of permanent works designs across rail infrastructure and accessibility projects.
• Assist in the development of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design.
• Interpret engineering information and accurately translate design requirements into technical drawings.
• Challenge project briefs where appropriate and contribute ideas that support innovative and practical engineering solutions.
• Assist with…