Process / Piping CAD Lead

Take the lead in global nuclear safety.

Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on-the-go at any one time. So when you start this role with us, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. You'll find everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed, and we're ready to help you grow.

When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. Also, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality, as well as being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.'

We are seeking a process/piping CAD capability lead for our growing Our energy transition teams and Net Zero Market. We are proposing that this position would be based from one of our core UK offices (ideally Glasgow or Bristol but we have office locations across the UK which would be considered) with a flexible mixture of home-working and office time expected. We welcome full-time or part-time applicants.

Your Purpose:

You will be working alongside our engineering teams to prepare designs, 3D models, and detailed drawings that comply with project and client requirements (multi-discipline). You will be responsible for developing our cross-market piping CAD strategy, growing our capability, and centre of expertise in a rapidly growing market.

• Developing the piping CAD capability and growth strategy.
• Coordinating CAD designers in UK and India to deliver high quality drawings.
• Coordinating with engineers, clients, and CAD teams to select and set-up appropriate software.
• Reviewing and checking designs to ensure compliance with engineers and project requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with the company’s established standards, conventions, and procedures, and applicable engineering codes and practices (inc. BS 8888).
• Coordinating and prioritising multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Leading on CAD improvement initiatives and tools development.

What you can bring:

You will have produced designs and drawings to applicable engineering codes and practices, and have experience in leading others (or the desire to do so). You are comfortable working in new and changing environments and have a desire to contribute to the success of the business.

You are comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally. You will have a proven track record of working effectively as part of a project team.

You will be comfortable supporting Quality Assurance processes through review or checking colleagues’ work and presenting your findings / work to clients. Your experience will be throughout the complete project lifecycle.

Key skills and attributes include the following:

• Experience with 2D/3D piping CAD software, such as Plant 3D, AVEVA E3D/PDMS, AutoCAD (including setup and configuration).
• Knowledge of software compatibilities & integration.
• An appreciation of delivery and checking of technically compliant design deliverables in accordance with the input requirements, and ability to identify design issues.
• Experience of piping CAD delivery in high hazard industrial setting (e.g., Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Nuclear). The desire to lead / guide others.Optional attributes:
• A diploma in Engineering design, drafting or equivalent.
• Previous experience leading teams and developing strategies.
• An appreciation of EDMS/PLM software, such as Vault, Projectwise and Teamcenter.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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