CAD Technician - Regulated Power Networks

Job Description

CAD Technician – Regulated Power Networks (Energy)

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Your new role, what's involved?

• Assist with CAD/ Document Control and general administration Handle/validate and ensure correct storage of electronic documentation and drawings.
• Assist with logging and controlling passage of Site Hard copies (commissioning checks etc) during return to contractor and at As-Installed stage (return to site).
• Assist in ensuring document control requirements are being met by contractors advising/modifying where necessary to bring alignment with the business policy and drawing control requirements.
• Develop and utilise Meridian for controlled issuance of documentation (Check in/Check out process).
• Ensure all drawings ‘issued’ are returned and revisions are correct to avoid loss of control of records.
• Utilise CAD and Raster CAD to assist Applications in development of ‘standard’ and project specific design drawings – panel, interface etc.
• Assist with maintenance of relay Spares list.
• Assist with developing a look up system to identify schemes by relay/function type.
• Any other Administrative assistance as required.
• Guide efficiency improvement relating to Document Control and Drawing production.
• Liaise with colleagues and staff from other business units and contractors.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Good knowledge and experience of using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation software.
• Good experience on CAD and Document Control systems.
• Experience working in Electrical Systems or Power Networks industry (preferably on protection systems, but not mandatory).
• Good understanding of the H&S for workers and projects.
• Advanced analytical skills – able to interpret information and apply judgement to decision.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills
• Must be fully fluent and able to work (communicate verbally and in writing) in English.
• Ability to communicate well with internal colleagues and external clients and contractors.
• Ability to organise workload across multiple projects.
• Good planning skills – able to prioritise and hit targets without close supervision.
• Advanced skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is essential particularly excel.
• Must be extremely Organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Full driving licence with the ability to travel as client’s offices and substations in the North East of England.