Senior CAD BIM Lead

Job Description:

Senior CAD / BIM Engineer

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a engineering and control systems specialist that delivers complex automation, electrical, and digital engineering solutions across highly regulated and safety-critical industries. The organisation is well established, growing, and known for its technical excellence and collaborative culture.

Due to continued project demand, our client is seeking a Senior CAD / BIM Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality design outputs across a diverse portfolio of engineering projects.

The Role

As a Senior CAD / BIM Engineer, you will take a lead role in producing, coordinating, and reviewing CAD and BIM models and drawings. You’ll act as a technical point of reference within the design function, supporting best practice, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring compliance with project and client standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and manage detailed CAD and BIM models, drawings, and associated documentation
• Coordinate BIM models across electrical, control systems, and multidisciplinary designs
• Ensure designs comply with client, project, and industry standards
• Review and quality-check drawings and models produced by others
• Maintain and improve CAD/BIM standards, templates, and workflows
• Support project teams with technical design input and coordination
• Participate in clash detection, model reviews, and design coordination meetings
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior CAD/BIM engineers
• Contribute to continuous improvement of digital engineering and BIM practices

About You

You will be an experienced CAD/BIM professional with a strong background in engineering design environments and the confidence to take ownership of design quality.

Essential skills and experience:

• Significant experience in a CAD/BIM role within engineering or industrial projects
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM tools such as Revit and/or Navisworks
• Experience supporting electrical, control systems, or automation projects
• Good understanding of BIM standards, workflows, and model coordination
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review technical deliverables
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable:

• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical sectors (e.g. nuclear, defence, energy)
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 or BIM Level 2 standards
• Experience mentoring or leading CAD/BIM team members

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging projects
• Join a stable and growing engineering organisation
• Clear opportunities for professional development and progression

All applications will be handled confidentially by the recruiting partner on behalf of our client.