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We are seeking an experienced Overhead Line CAD Lead to join our UK team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and managing drawing outputs for detailed design, coordinating with our Global Capability Centre (GCC) team based in India and the UK to manage project deliverables, and standardising drawings across projects.
A little bit more about your role:
- Deliver and Manage Drawing Outputs: Produce and manage detailed engineering drawings for overhead line design, including: line route and access maps, stage by stage, wire clearance diagrams, insulator string drawings, fittings, tower steelwork detailing, foundation design and setting out drawings etc.
- Coordinate with Teams: Work closely with our GCC CAD and UK teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of project deliverables. Support, monitor, and report on resources to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Standardise Drawings: Develop and implement standardised drawing practices to ensure consistency and quality across all projects deliverables.
- 3D Modelling Expertise: Deliver 3D modelling expertise to a variety of multidisciplinary projects, particularly within the OHL portfolio of detailed design works. Suggest methods of model or drawing production to ensure optimum efficiency.
- Quality Assurance: Develop checklists and conduct periodic quality checks for other engineers and designers to ensure high standards are maintained.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance, training and mentorship to less experienced team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Lead training support and development for GCC CAD technicians, to build and develop team.
- Client Collaboration: Facilitate coordination of design activities across various departments, including civil, cable and primary engineering teams. Conduct design reviews, participate in both virtual and in person meetings, collaborating closely with our contractors and clients.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:
- Experience working on National Grid Electricity Transmission projects or other UK utilities like SSEN, SPEN, etc.
- Experience in Overhead Line CAD outputs for detailed design deliverables for tower design and detailing.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. Familiarity with 3D tools (MicroStation, PLS CADD) for engineering OHL design is desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and mentor team members.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
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