HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.
Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.
Current Opportunity: MEP Senior CAD Technician
Location: Birmingham
Role description:
As an MEP Senior CAD Technician, you will be responsible for producing, coordinating and managing high-quality technical drawings and design documentation for a range of MEP systems across the HS2 project.
Working closely with Design Managers, Engineers, BIM Coordinators and multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure design outputs are accurate, coordinated and compliant with project standards.
You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex engineering designs while maintaining the highest levels of quality and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce detailed 2D and 3D MEP drawings and models in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
- Develop and coordinate mechanical, electrical and public health services layouts for construction and installation.
- Review and update technical drawings throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinate design information across MEP, civil, structural and architectural disciplines.
- Identify and resolve clashes and interface issues using BIM and CAD software. Ensure all drawings, models and documentation comply with project standards, procedures and quality requirements.
- Support design reviews, technical workshops and coordination meetings. Maintain accurate records and version control of design deliverables within the Common Data Environment (CDE).
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, subcontractors and construction teams to ensure design solutions are practical and buildable.
- Assist in the preparation of as-built drawings and handover documentation.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior CAD technicians where required.
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Essential Experience:
- Significant experience as a CAD Technician within MEP, Building Services or Infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical and public health systems.
- Experience producing detailed engineering drawings and coordinated design deliverables.
- Strong knowledge of BIM processes and multidisciplinary design coordination.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to demanding project deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, collaborative project environment.
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Building Services, CAD or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit.
- Experience working with BIM workflows and Common Data Environments (CDE). Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
Strong understanding of construction and infrastructure design processes.
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
Why Join Us:
Flexible working options
Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)
Family-friendly policies
Excellent pension & healthcare
Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations
About Us
Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.
Flexible Working
We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.
