Principal CAD Designer

1 month ago

Sutton, United Kingdom Subsea 7 Full time
We are looking for a brilliant Principal CAD Designer to join our team in London Global Project Centre office on permanent basis.

What will you be doing?
  • Prepare design/fabrication drawings of steel structures and piping using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD software.
  • Under broad direction assign, oversee, check and approve the work of a team on a project or in the Drawing Office.
  • Provide focal point for all project communication and activities and ensure the delivery of quality work and services in line with project plans.
  • Identify and communicate project resource requirements to the Deputy Discipline Manager or Discipline Manager.
  • Assess project resource requests and provide feedback on feasibility in terms of deliverables and timescales given resources available.
  • Evaluate, structure, and arrange tasks for oneself and the team.
  • Participate in technical audits of projects and studies.
  • Assist Fabrication as required in the resolution of construction difficulties relating to design problems, clashes, etc.
  • Provide hours estimations for project drafting team when required.
  • Interface with project discipline leads to ensure CAD deliverable schedule is being met and budget is on track.
  • Ensure project team comply with company QA and HSE procedures.
  • Responsible for ensuring that design services comply with company standards and processes in line with appropriate legislation.
  • Support internal and external Drawing Office project interfaces.
  • Actively participate in relevant training and development to pursue continuing professional development.
  • Actively help to guide, train, and develop more junior personnel.
  • Participate in reviews and development of departmental procedures and work methods.

What experience would we like you to have?

Please note, if you don't tick all the boxes below but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we're looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.

Essential Experience, Skills And Knowledge
  • A minimum of HNC (Level 4) qualification in Mechanical/Structural Engineering or equivalent.
  • Advanced experience in the use of Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks.
  • Proficient in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD.
  • Relevant previous design and drafting experience in producing subsea structural fabrication within the Marine and or Oil and Gas industry, including work at Lead/Senior level.
  • Ability to assign, oversee, check, and approve the work of a team on a project or in the department.
  • Ability to prioritize own workload and manage time accordingly to meet time/budget constraints.
  • Produces work of presentable quality.
  • Well versed in industry codes, standards, and design guidelines.
  • Good working knowledge of other non-technical software e.g. MS Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Sound communication skills in English, both verbally and written.


Desirable Experience, Skills And Knowledge
  • Experience in design/drafting of subsea steel structures including piping.
  • Experience working with offshore field layouts, approach drawings, alignment sheets and general subsea field development.
  • Experience working on offshore installation operations method drawings (deck layouts, rigging drawings, installation storyboards).
  • Experience with Autodesk Vault for data (drawings/models) management.
  • Experience in Autodesk Inventor iLogic
  • Experience in the use of Autodesk Civil3D.


What do we offer?
  • Career development - with access to a range of learning and development opportunities, as well as being part of a culture that encourages growth and development
  • Flexible working - lots of our people work flexibly in different ways. Whether it's hybrid, part-time or flexitime working. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but let's have a discussion to see how we can make it work.
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity leave/adoption leave
  • A fantastic benefits package - which includes a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, discounted health and wellbeing packages, electric car salary sacrifice scheme and more.


Who are we?

We are Subsea7, a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage.

In turn we will lift you up and encourage you to go further. Onshore or offshore, embark on a journey of opportunities, continuous learning and development.

Start your journey with us today.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.

You may be prompted to set up a profile with us. It's quick and easy to do. Or, if you have already created a profile with us, simply log in and submit your application.

Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:
  • Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role.
  • We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It's your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team.
  • Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission


Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps.

To find out more about Subsea7 visit our website here.

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