Computer Aided Design Technician

Job description

CAD Technician / Junior Modeller

Location: Bedfordshire

Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading groundworks contractor operating predominantly in the residential sector, specialising in Roads, Sewers, Infrastructure, Bulk Earthworks, and Housing Plot Groundworks.

The business is established and growing, offering a supportive technical team environment and opportunities for career progression. The successful candidate will report directly to the Engineering Manager, who will oversee your development and provide any necessary training.

Key Responsibilities

• 3D modelling of existing and proposed sites to generate cut/fill analysis
• Processing survey and drone data, assisting in drone flights as required
• Assisting with design reviews and developing conceptual site models
• Manipulating data using AutoCAD
• Processing drainage and utilities as-built information
• Participating in regular team meetings
• Collaborating closely with operational Site Teams and Engineers

Key Attributes

• Proficient in AutoCAD with construction environment experience
• Technically minded and inquisitive, able to solve complex problems and deliver work to a high standard
• Comfortable working to deadlines
• Strong communication skills, confident engaging with clients and colleagues
• Experience with Earthworks Modelling Software (Civils 3D, LSS, Agtek, Trimble Business Centre, N4CE) is advantageous
• Understanding of Civil Engineering and Earthworks is beneficial
• Any site-based experience within Groundworks Engineering is a plus

Ideal Candidates

• Current CAD Technicians in construction/civils/groundworks
• Land Surveyors or Junior Site/Civil Engineers interested in a technical career shift

Why This Role?

• Join a highly experienced technical team within a growing company
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Additional training and support tailored to your development

If your experience aligns with the criteria above and you are eager to contribute to a dynamic technical team, we would love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Central Bedfordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English