Location
Glasgow
Department
Engineering
Advertising Salary
Competitive

About The Role

We currently have an opportunity for an Engineering CAD Technician to join our Glasgow design office. This is a great opportunity to join a successful team who are continuing to grow. 

Ae you someone who likes working on challenging projects, learn new software and be given autonomy and responsibility in your role? Then this is the role for you!

Our Engineering Technicians play an integral part of the success of our design teams. We value their knowledge, skills and input on our projects. This is a great opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and complex infrastructure projects regionally, nationally and internationally. 

Responsibilities:

To carry out this role successfully, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

  • Ably prepare and modify technical drawings and schedules of a moderate level of complexity based on designs supplied by Engineers.
  • Effectively use the drafting tools and software a technician has at their disposal such as AutoCAD, REVIT, and Microstation.
  • Develop Revit/Synchro and other advanced CAD and BIM skills as part of professional development.
  • Seek technical support and guidance of senior team members where required, apply your knowledge and experience for the guidance of others.
  • Issue drawings to engineers and manage electronic information including preparation and issue of drawing and document schedules.
  • Understand the commercial requirements of projects and the company as a whole.

About You

Essential Criteria: 

  • Diploma or Higher Certificate in Civil/Structural Engineering or a relevant subject.
  • Competent IT skills including MS Office.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience of technical drawing using CAD in a consultancy environment.
  • Good level of knowledge and understanding of Civil Engineering drafting and practice,
  • Ability to read and understand “multi-discipline” drawings and create general arrangement drawings and detail under the guidance of an Engineer.
  • Ability to produce bending schedules.
  • Good understanding of civil and structural engineering terminology.
  • Ability in the use of at least one common engineering CAD software package such AutoCAD, REVIT or Microstation.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work to programme deadlines.

The Individual:

  • Good verbal and written English.
  • Strong attention to detail,
  • Positive, self-motivated and proactive team player.
  • Good communication skills and ability to express ideas.
  • Well organised and hold the ability to prioritise work with an effective problem solving outlook. 

About Us

Why Richter?

At Richter, we pride ourselves on attracting and retaining the brightest and best, fuelled by a professional environment built on achievement, creativity and career satisfaction.

We find innovative solutions to modern problems. We do what we say we’re going to do – and we make a positive impact on our world through constant learning, innovative thinking, and passion for the work. We ensure that we offer personal development to all within our organisation which allows you to progress your career and offer the opportunity to be mentored by industry recognised Technical Leaders in their field, who will lend you their experience and ensure that the training you receive will give you the best possible chance of success.

Along with offering a competitive salary, you will become part of a collaborative, intelligent and friendly team in an excellent working environment. We welcome and encourage any aspiring engineer who shares our fascination with construction, design and a wonder for how things work, and who looks at the world with curiosity and vision.

Our Business

Richter was founded to execute projects as efficiently as possible, to the maximum ethical standard. We deliver engineering works with a deep consideration for every conceivable aspect.

We’re continually developing ourselves – as engineers, as a company, and as individuals – to construct in a way that protects natural resources, and create true harmony with the world around us. We’re here to inspire our peers in the industry to be bolder and think bigger – and support younger generations to pursue a career in engineering.

Richter is an engineering design consultancy specialising in temporary works design and construction sequences. Our team of civil, structural and geotechnical engineers have a wealth of experience working on buildings, bridges, geotechnical, marine work, refurbishments, railways, infrastructure and demolition. There is no construction challenge we cannot accept.

We have an impressive portfolio of projects, and are known for taking on and delivering the complex projects that others cannot with a company culture that drives forward our success. We are a collaborative organisation that supports each other as individuals and as a firm to deliver the best possible solution to the project, thus maintaining our reputation for innovation and lateral thinking to ensure we provide the most economical and least wasteful solution to engineering schemes.

You cannot build the world without Richter – we build to improve the way we all live. We engineer value, together.

Richter is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome all qualified applicants. You will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. We recognise that not all disabilities are visible and will make reasonable adjustments to cater for diverse applicants in the selection and assessment process.

To all recruitment agencies: Richter does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our vacancies, employees or any other person acting on behalf of us. Richter is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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