SEMD CAD Technician

The Role

Bridges Electrical Engineers is looking for a skilled and detail-focused SEMD CAD Designer to join our growing design team, supporting projects across the water and wastewater industry.

In this role, you will be responsible for producing accurate, coordinated 2D drawings and 3D models for Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) projects. Working alongside security specialists, engineers and multidisciplinary design teams, you will translate approved design information into clear, practical construction drawings and models.

You will play an important role in coordinating physical security systems, including CCTV, access control, intruder detection, perimeter protection, security lighting and associated infrastructure, ensuring that designs are accurately represented and fully coordinated with other engineering disciplines.

This role requires a methodical approach, strong technical CAD skills and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality when working with security-sensitive information relating to critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain accurate 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor or equivalent CAD software.
• Develop security layouts, site plans, equipment arrangements, CCTV locations, access control layouts, perimeter protection drawings and associated installation details.
• Prepare cable routing, containment, ducting, chamber, mounting and equipment installation drawings.
• Coordinate security design information with EICA, civil, structural, mechanical, process and other engineering disciplines.
• Review drawings, specifications, survey information and technical documentation to ensure design information is accurately represented.
• Identify potential design clashes, missing information and constructability issues, raising technical queries where necessary.
• Incorporate approved design changes, supplier information, site mark-ups and survey data into project drawings.
• Support site surveys and design coordination meetings where required.
• Prepare construction drawings and verified as-built documentation.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, document references and associated project information.
• Ensure all drawings and models comply with relevant client requirements, company procedures and project CAD standards.
• Handle confidential and security-sensitive project information in accordance with approved information security and document-control procedures.
• About You
• We are looking for someone with strong CAD capabilities, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

At Bridges, We Are More Than Engineers

We are listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team, we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients, who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large, diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution, ensuring sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure. Supported by our regional office network and manufacturing hub in the heart of Somerset, which forms part of our 60,000 sq. ft. head office complex, we bring together engineering expertise and practical manufacturing capability to deliver solutions for our customers.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m. We undertake roles as Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, while also supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients through subcontracting and off-site manufacturing.

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous experience producing coordinated 2D and 3D engineering drawings.
• Practical experience using AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor or equivalent CAD software.
• Experience working with physical security systems, including CCTV, access control, intruder detection, security lighting and perimeter protection.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, schematics, layouts and supplier information.
• An understanding of drawing control, revision management, document approvals and as-built processes.
• Experience coordinating drawings with civil, structural, mechanical and EICA engineering disciplines.
• The ability to identify drawing discrepancies, spatial conflicts and potential installation issues.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A methodical approach to work, with a commitment to quality, accuracy and continuous improvement.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and information security when working with sensitive project information.
• Full UK driving licence, where travel to operational sites is required.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience working on SEMD, Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) or similar security-related infrastructure projects.
• Competence in Autodesk Revit, including model coordination and drawing production.
• Experience using Navisworks or equivalent model coordination and clash-detection software.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience working with topographical surveys, utility survey information and georeferenced CAD drawings.
• Familiarity with client Common Data Environments (CDEs) and document-management systems.

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace