Job Summary
AECOM continues to expand their successful and established Infrastructure Development team in Ireland and require a CAD Technician to work with our engineering team in our Dublin office. We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable candidate to join our high-performing Development Infrastructure engineering team.
A selection of our current and recent projects includes:
• Numerous development engineering projects for mixed-use, retail, commercial and residential developments
• Master planning advice on infrastructure deficiencies, upgrades etc. for developers on key strategic development schemes
• Public Sector Infrastructure Schemes including Detailed Design of Cycle, Pedestrian and Bus improvements
Responsibilities include:
As a CAD Technician, you will be expected to contribute to the design, development and technical delivery of projects and achieve enduring results. You will have the following daily responsibilities:
• Create high-quality detailed technical drawings and plans based on designs supplied by designers and make modifications to existing drawings, for planning, tender and construction stages across a range of Development Infrastructure projects.
• Create designs in 2D and 3D models using industry-standard modelling applications using Autodesk (Civil 3D, Infraworks etc.).
• Taking instructions from Engineers and producing drawings with limited supervision or direction.
• Production of accurate, detailed and to scale drawings.
• Self-checks own work and reviews work by others, identifying any discrepancies or errors.
• Keeping project folders updated and organised to AECOM BIM Standards.
• Ensure drawings are compliant with industry and health and safety standards and protocols.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with different teams across AECOM and project partners to support the development and delivery of bids and projects.
AECOM continues to expand their successful and established Infrastructure Development team in Ireland and require a CAD Technician to work with our engineering team in our Dublin office. We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable candidate to join our high-performing Development Infrastructure engineering team.
A selection of our current and recent projects includes:
• Numerous development engineering projects for mixed-use, retail, commercial and residential developments
• Master planning advice on infrastructure deficiencies, upgrades etc. for developers on key strategic development schemes
• Public Sector Infrastructure Schemes including Detailed Design of Cycle, Pedestrian and Bus improvements
Responsibilities include:
As a CAD Technician, you will be expected to contribute to the design, development and technical delivery of projects and achieve enduring results. You will have the following daily responsibilities:
• Create high-quality detailed technical drawings and plans based on designs supplied by designers and make modifications to existing drawings, for planning, tender and construction stages across a range of Development Infrastructure projects.
• Create designs in 2D and 3D models using industry-standard modelling applications using Autodesk (Civil 3D, Infraworks etc.).
• Taking instructions from Engineers and producing drawings with limited supervision or direction.
• Production of accurate, detailed and to scale drawings.
• Self-checks own work and reviews work by others, identifying any discrepancies or errors.
• Keeping project folders updated and organised to AECOM BIM Standards.
• Ensure drawings are compliant with industry and health and safety standards and protocols.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with different teams across AECOM and project partners to support the development and delivery of bids and projects.
Minimum Requirements
• Experienced and proficient with the AutoCAD suites.
• Experience working as a CAD Technician within a Civils team.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and ability to create and read technical drawings.
• Attention to detail to create accurate and detailed drawings and self-check one’s work for accuracy and quality.
• Communication skills and relationship building to work with other engineers to understand and interpret their designs.
• Teamwork - essential to be able to work in a team as you'll be liaising with other CAD technicians and draughts persons on projects.
• Organisation and time management to complete work to project deadlines.
• A flexible approach to decision making, to make changes to drawings at short notice.
• Enthusiastic, hard-working and ability to learn new technologies and techniques with ambition and drive.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience and knowledge of Civil 3D and Revit is preferable but not necessary.
• Experienced and proficient with the AutoCAD suites.
• Experience working as a CAD Technician within a Civils team.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and ability to create and read technical drawings.
• Attention to detail to create accurate and detailed drawings and self-check one’s work for accuracy and quality.
• Communication skills and relationship building to work with other engineers to understand and interpret their designs.
• Teamwork - essential to be able to work in a team as you'll be liaising with other CAD technicians and draughts persons on projects.
• Organisation and time management to complete work to project deadlines.
• A flexible approach to decision making, to make changes to drawings at short notice.
• Enthusiastic, hard-working and ability to learn new technologies and techniques with ambition and drive.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience and knowledge of Civil 3D and Revit is preferable but not necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
• A degree is not a prerequisite for the role but it can provide relevant engineering and technical knowledge. Relevant degrees include all engineering disciplines, architecture, manufacturing, IT and design.
• HND/HNC or equivalent.
• Ideally, you’ll be working towards ITech or equivalent.
Your benefits will include:
Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also be able to explore flexible working arrangements through our FREEDOM TO GROW* way of working. Core benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.
You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.
• A degree is not a prerequisite for the role but it can provide relevant engineering and technical knowledge. Relevant degrees include all engineering disciplines, architecture, manufacturing, IT and design.
• HND/HNC or equivalent.
• Ideally, you’ll be working towards ITech or equivalent.
Your benefits will include:
Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also be able to explore flexible working arrangements through our FREEDOM TO GROW* way of working. Core benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.
You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.
What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.