CAD/BIM Technician

Location Carlow
Discipline: Construction
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £Salary Negotiable, 25 days holiday
Contact name: Sue O'Brien

Contact email: sue@elkrecruitment.com
Job ref: BH-6122
Published: 25 days ago
Startdate: 2026-06-21
Role:               CAD/BIM Technician
Location:         Carlow
Job Type:         Permanent - Full time
Salary:            Excellent Salary + package
 
The CAD Designer / BIM Technician will be responsible for the preparation, development and management of engineering drawings and BIM models across all stages of project delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Process and Automation Engineers to produce high-quality design documentation for Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Pumping Stations, Reservoirs, Treatment Plants and associated infrastructure.

The role requires a strong understanding of engineering design principles, industry standards and BIM methodologies, together with previous experience working within the water and wastewater industry
 
Responsibilities
  • Produce detailed engineering drawings using AutoCAD and BIM software.
Develop and maintain:
Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
General Arrangement Drawings
Site Layout Drawings
Mechanical Arrangement Drawings
Pipework Layouts
Civil Engineering Drawings
As-Built Drawings
  • Ensure all drawings comply with project standards, client specifications and relevant industry regulations.
  • Develop and maintain 3D models for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Create coordinated BIM models integrating civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines.
  • Perform clash detection and design coordination exercises.
  • Participate in BIM review meetings and design workshops.
  • Generate drawing outputs directly from BIM models.
  • Assist in the implementation and development of CSL's BIM standards and procedures.
  • Support projects in accordance with ISO 19650 BIM requirements where applicable.
  
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in the design and implementation of Building Management Systems in the construction industry.
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC, lighting, fire safety, and security systems.
  • Proficiency in BMS software platforms and programming languages such as Modbus, BACnet, or KNX.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with project teams and clients.
  • Certifications related to building automation or energy management are a plus.
  • Develop and maintain 3D models for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Create coordinated BIM models integrating civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines.
  • Perform clash detection and design coordination exercises.
  • Participate in BIM review meetings and design workshops.
  • Generate drawing outputs directly from BIM models.
  • Assist in the implementation and development of CSL's BIM standards and procedures.
  • Support projects in accordance with ISO 19650 BIM requirements where applicable.
  • Develop and maintain 3D models for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Create coordinated BIM models integrating civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines.
  • Perform clash detection and design coordination exercises.
  • Participate in BIM review meetings and design workshops.
  • Generate drawing outputs directly from BIM models.
  • Assist in the implementation and development of CSL's BIM standards and procedures.
  • Support projects in accordance with ISO 19650 BIM requirements where applicable.
  • Maintain drawing registers and document control procedures.
  • Ensure drawings are issued in accordance with CSL Quality Management Systems.
  • Manage revision control and document updates
 
 
Requirements:
 
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a CAD Design or BIM role.
  • Previous experience within the Water and Wastewater Industry.
  • Experience producing engineering drawings for treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs or utility infrastructure projects.
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Diploma or Degree in Engineering, CAD, BIM, Design Technology or a related discipline.
  • Relevant CAD/BIM certification desirable.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360, MS Office
 
 
 
What’s next
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