Graduate CAD /BIM Technician

SLR is hiring a Graduate CAD/BIM Technician in Edinburgh to support geospatial data, Civil 3D modelling, BIM workflows, and engineering design projects within a multidisciplinary sustainability consultancy team.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated geospatial professional with a genuine passion for CAD, BIM and data management to join their growing Geospatial & Data Solutions (GDS) team. This Edinburgh based role offers an opportunity to learn and develop as part of a busy and collaborative European team.

SLR’s GDS team provides expert support and advice on GIS, geospatial data analysis and bespoke digital tools development across the full range of technical disciplines offered by SLR. They work on multidisciplinary projects alongside other technical disciplines as well as standalone GDS projects for a range of external clients. Projects are primarily located throughout Europe but with an ever-growing focus on more widely spread international opportunities.

As a forward-thinking business with ambitious growth plans, SLR is a global consultancy and offers significant potential for career development and enhancement based on performance. Our culture, flat management structure and straightforward approach to project and budget management gives everyone the opportunity to progress and to work on interesting projects with valued clients.

The successful candidate will receive expert on-the-job training from SLR’s talented team of CAD / BIM professionals and will enjoy excellent prospects for progression based on performance.

The role

As a Graduate CAD / BIM Technician your role will be to provide CAD and BIM support to the Senior Geospatial & Data Solutions group and wide variety of Technical Disciplines within the Europe Region.

The role will include:

• Preparation of plan and detail drawings from engineering sketches

• Preparation of vehicle tracking analysis

• Data management of incoming & outgoing information

• Developing a career pathway in Civil 3d modelling

• Supporting senior members of the team in production of Civil 3d modelling

• Supporting CAD / BIM Strategic Lead in maintaining and promoting CAD standards, best practice and processes

• Managing procurement of site data, such as stats searches, topographical surveys and OS data

• Working alongside GIS colleagues to share project information and ensure its accuracy

• Working collaboratively across ArcGIS Online and the Autodesk Construction Cloud to ensure projects use data from single source of truth

• Supporting onsite surveying works

• Working with the rest of the team to deliver projects to tight deadlines and budgets

• Adhering to QA process and standard for data management and drawing outputs

Contribution to the smooth operation of the CAD / BIM team through active participation in team resource calls, supervision systems and knowledge sharing

About us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression.

Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life. 

About you

• Conscientious worker with the ability to deliver to a consistent high standard with a keen eye for detail

• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team and build strong relationships throughout the business

• Good organisational skills with a proven ability to work to deadlines

• Strong interest in developing BIM knowledge & Civil 3d / Revit modelling skills

• Interest in engineering and sustainability

• Previous knowledge and experience of AutoCAD and Autodesk products

• Strong written communication skills

• Ability to follow directions

• Highly proficient in use of Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, etc.)

• HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering (or other relevant field) or HNC (or equivalent) in Computer Aided Drafting & Design

• Excellent communicator within a team environment

• Ability to work accurately under pressure

• Strong team player

• Ability to self-check own work

• Good problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask

• Keen to seek and undertake independent training to enhance career
   

Desirable but not essential

• Any work experience within a commercial environmental consultancy

• Vehicle tracking experience

• Good understanding of global coordinate systems and projections

• Experience producing high quality drawing outputs

• Other CAD / BIM training / work experience

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.