Design Technician – Water Infrastructure
About Comtech Designs South West
Comtech Designs SW Ltd is a rapidly growing engineering consultancy specialising in the design and delivery of water, wastewater and utility infrastructure projects throughout the UK.
Working with major water companies, principal contractors and infrastructure providers, we deliver high-quality civil engineering design, surveys, site investigations and technical support across the full project lifecycle.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Design Technician to join our expanding team based in Newquay, Cornwall.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking business working on major AMP8 programmes and nationally significant infrastructure schemes.
The Role
As a Design Technician, you will support our engineering teams in producing high-quality technical drawings and design packages for clean water, wastewater and utility infrastructure projects.
You will work closely with Civil Engineers, Project Managers and Survey teams to develop construction-ready drawings whilst ensuring compliance with client standards, industry regulations and company quality procedures.
The role offers genuine opportunities for career progression within one of the UK’s fastest-growing infrastructure design consultancies.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce high-quality CAD drawings using AutoCAD.
- Prepare General Arrangement, Detailed Design and Construction drawings.
- Develop pipeline alignment drawings, long sections and cross sections.
- Produce chamber, thrust block, valve and civil detail drawings.
- Assist in the design of clean water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Prepare drawing revisions and maintain drawing registers.
- Produce As-Built and Record drawings following construction.
- Interpret topographical, PAS128 utility and site investigation surveys.
- Assist engineers in developing detailed design solutions.
- Coordinate information received from survey teams and third-party consultants.
- Ensure drawings comply with client CAD standards and quality requirements.
- Support technical submissions, construction packs and tender documentation.
- Attend site visits where required to understand project constraints and assist with design development.
Desirable Project Experience
Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:
- Water mains
- Sewer diversions
- Rising mains
- Pumping stations
- Pressure reducing valve installations
- Trunk mains
- Treatment works
- Highway utility schemes
- Trenchless crossings
- Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
- Reinforced concrete structures
- Network alterations
- Developer services projects
Essential Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a CAD or Design Technician role.
- Proficient in AutoCAD.
- Good understanding of civil engineering drawings.
- Ability to read engineering specifications and technical documents.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Full UK driving licence (preferred).
Desirable Skills
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:
- AutoCAD
- InfoDrainage
- MicroDrainage
- GIS
- Revit
- Navisworks
- Bentley OpenRoads
- Utility mapping
- PAS128 survey interpretation
- Topographical surveys
- Site investigation data
- Water industry standards
- Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Thames Water or other UK water authority projects
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Company pension.
- Performance-related bonus opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression within a rapidly expanding consultancy.
- Exposure to major UK infrastructure projects.
- Modern office environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced Chartered Engineers and industry specialists.
Why Join Comtech Designs SW?
At Comtech Designs SW, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering solutions whilst investing in our people.
As our business continues to grow across the UK water sector, you’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, develop your technical expertise and build a rewarding long-term career within a company that genuinely values innovation, teamwork and professional development.
Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newquay TR7 2FP
