CAD Technician – MEICA Design Team

About the role

We are seeking a CAD Technician to join the MEICA Design team in Salford, supporting water and wastewater projects. The role involves producing high‑quality 2D and 3D drawings and models using industry‑standard software.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret instructions from Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians and prepare, modify and update MEICA layout drawings, general arrangement drawings, schematics, cable routing, equipment arrangement and installation details.
• Translate manufacturer equipment details into 3D models and produce working drawings, including P&I diagrams, pipework layouts, plant and equipment layouts, cable routing and access ways.
• Produce civil interface drawings such as penetrations, bases, plinths, duct routes, chambers and spatial coordination.
• Liaise with Civil, Structural, Process and Electrical Engineers to ensure designs align and integrate correctly.
• Support the compilation of design deliverables including P&IDs, instrument schedules, valve schedules and design packs.
• Certify that drawings comply with relevant quality and British standards, ensuring dimensional accuracy.
• Work with supply‑chain partners to incorporate vendor information into models and drawings.

Required profile

• ONC or HNC qualification in mechanical or process engineering.
• Working knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, ACC or similar digital design tools.
• Understanding of UK water company frameworks (e.g., AMP programmes) and relevant standards.

Required skills

• Revit
• Civils 3D
• Navisworks
• ACC