CAD Technician
Edina · Direct employer
Manchester, UK
About Edina
Established in 1985, Edina is a leading international power generation specialist, delivering low-carbon, cost-effective energy and battery storage solutions. Using diverse fuel sources like biogas, natural gas and landfill gas, Edina supports clients in improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and achieving net zero goals.
With over 200 professionals and global operations, Edina combines innovative technology, in-house manufacturing, and strong customer values, including sustainability, flexibility, and integrity, to provide reliable, tailored power solutions and exceptional after-sales support across public and industrial sectors.
At the core of our operations is a commitment to excellence and responsibility, where safety is our top priority, and our company values guide every decision we make:
People – Our staff are our core asset. Individually and collectively, they are critical to the success of our vision.
Organisation – We are engaged, loyal, and accountable in achieving our goals.
Work – Working safely is not just a policy, it is our responsibility.
Ethics – We embrace honesty, integrity, and respect, doing the right thing every time.
Reputation – We strive for excellence in our processes, enabling us to achieve best-in-class industry standards.
We are currently looking for a CAD Technician to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and public holidays
- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
- Company pension scheme with an attractive employer contribution percentage
- Private healthcare scheme
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Career development opportunities
- Continued investment in employee training to further enhance knowledge, expertise and creativity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CAD Technician to join our Design team and support the delivery of engineering projects through the production of high-quality technical drawings and documentation.
You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team where your technical expertise, attention to detail and commitment to quality will have a direct impact on the successful delivery of our projects.
So, if you are looking for a position where your experience will make a visible difference every day, read on and apply today.
The Role
As a CAD Technician, you will be responsible for producing drawings and documentation at the request of the Design Manager, Design Engineers and Project Managers, while supporting the Projects, Sales and Service departments.
Working within the Design department, you will prepare design layouts and detailed drawings, including integrating topographic surveys to OS coordinates and producing setting out plans.
You will update design documentation in accordance with revision control procedures while producing and maintaining the library of standard objects and symbols.
You will liaise with clients and suppliers to maintain the timely flow of information and conduct site visits for the design process and update as-built drawings.
About You
To be considered as a CAD Technician, you will need:
- City & Guilds - Computer Aided Design Level 3
- A minimum of five years’ experience using 3D AutoCAD within a construction or engineering background
- Proficient in AutoCAD and preparation of 3D models which have been used to produce accurate engineering drawings
- Experience with AutoCAD MEP
- Effective IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages
- Full current driving licence
Hours of Work: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Mon - Thurs & 8:30AM - 4:00PM Friday.
Other organisations may call this role AutoCAD Technician, Design Engineer, Senior Design Technician, Construction Design Engineer, or Construction Design Technician.
The closing date for applications is 4:00pm on Monday, 17th August 2026.
Due to a fast-moving market, applications may be filled on short notice, and the deadline date may be brought to a close early. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
We are an employer committed to equal opportunities, and our company is sponsored. (This position may not meet the requirements for sponsorship.)
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