Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSE offices or depots around the UK.
Salary: £30,273 - £35,194 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
WHAT IS THE ROLE?
Due to growth within SSE Energy Solutions and our strategy to develop in house modelling support, we are looking for a CAD Technician who has knowledge of M&E assets, experience of 2D & 3D AEC Autodesk applications and ideally implementing BIM solutions.
THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE ARE:
- To provide modelling, design and drafting support on assigned projects to develop and optimise mechanical and electrical layouts to SSE requirements.
- To 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.
- To be a main point of contact for all graphical representation works.
- Develop models, drawings, schematics, diagrams, maps and other documentation as required, on time and to requisite standards.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, THE APPLICANT WOULD IDEALLY HAVE:
- Extensive experience working in computer aided drafting or related field.
- Experience of 2D & 3D AEC Autodesk applications (Primarily AutoCAD and Revit), drawing registers and revision control and implementing BIM solutions.
- Knowledge and understanding of M&E design.
- An understanding/use of maps and geo-referencing would be useful.
- Overall knowledge of CAD customisation abilities and understand of CAD libraries/tool palettes and best practice. Be proficient in AutoCAD and any experience in other drafting packages would also be favourable.
- Effective computer skills, including proficient use of Microsoft Office.
- Management/project management experience will be an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills.
BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE
- An understanding of how to operate in a large business; working across multiple product and delivery verticals operating under different business models. Understand the challenges and intricacies of operating successfully within a matrix management structure.
- Excellent knowledge of building energy services and core energy infrastructure assets.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Positive can-do attitude, result-focused.
- Flexible attitude to engineering solutions.
- Team player, able to work with colleagues at all levels and within multi-functional teams.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond constructively to conflicting priorities.
- High energy, self-motivated and inspiring for others.
- Honesty and integrity.
As we are in the early stages of developing BIM and Revit capabilities for in-house design development we are keen on candidates who are proficient in one area of the Autodesk AEC collection, namely AutoCAD and Revit.
Strong communicator skills (written and verbally) you will have to discuss any complex issues in a clear and concise manner in order to facilitate decision making for the best of the project. Furthermore, you will ensure any critical information required is requested and you have the strength of character to challenge any design or request that does not fulfil typical design standards.
SSE Enterprise Utilities is the Distributed Energy (DE) and Private Networks business of SSE plc. We finance, own, operate and maintain energy infrastructure for commercial, industrial and residential customers - providing them with a market leading project development service and certainty of operational performance and asset management. In order to accelerate progress towards net zero SSE Group is investing £7m a day on low carbon infrastructure, creating 1,000 green jobs a year in the process, as part of its £25bn NZAP (Net Zero Acceleration Programme).
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact [email protected].
EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.
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