CAD Engineer

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish offices – Inverness, Perth or Aberdeen

Salary: £49,004 - £57,728 plus a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Due to continuing growth within SSEN Transmission's Engineering team and our strategy to develop in-house modelling support, we are looking for a CAD Engineer with significant experience of 2D & 3D AEC Autodesk applications.

You will

• Provide modelling, design, and drafting support on your assigned project(s) to develop and optimise Substation layouts to SSE requirements.
• Be involved in project options and development assessments, conceptual designs and developing work on BIM standards, model libraries and the ongoing training and development of the team.
• Be the main point of contact for all project graphical representation works.
• Develop models, drawings, schematics, diagrams, maps, and other documentation as required, on time and to requisite standards.

You have

• Significant real-world experience and demonstrated proficiency in Revit, and a proven ability to create and support Revit Families and implement BIM solutions effectively. Proficiency in additional Autodesk AEC applications (e.g. Infraworks, ReCap, Twinmotion) would be particularly welcome.
• Solid knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (or BIM 360), collaborative and coordinated workflows, a familiarity with BIM processes, ISO 19650 standards, and the application of a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Experience within a multi-disciplinary team, with in awareness of cross-team workflows and their broader impact.
• Comprehensive understanding of general CAD procedures, including drawing registers, revision control, customisation capabilities, and best practices relating to CAD libraries and tool palettes, as well as expertise in maps and geo-referencing.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) as you will need to discuss complex issues in a clear and concise manner to facilitate decision making for the best of the project.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact shirley-anne.o' / to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.