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CAD Technician – Water Team
AECOM | Scotland | Hybrid
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, driving professional services throughout the project lifecycle—from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. We solve complex challenges for public- and private-sector clients across transportation, buildings, water, and new energy.
AECOM collaborates with Data Analytics, Digital, Design, and Construction Solutions (DCS) to provide advanced civil engineering services. Our expertise in digital transformation, coupled with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, makes us a force for sustainable development.
About the Role
Join us on Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise programme, the largest transformation initiative in Scotland’s water industry history! As a CAD Technician, you’ll support multi-billion-pound infrastructure upgrades (2027–2033+) while contributing to ground-breaking design excellence—a chance to shape Scotland’s future.
Drawing on parliamentary and national award-winning best practice, AECOM will lead this transformative programme with our multidisciplinary Water team. Role includes:
- Hands-on support for the digital transformation of water infrastructure
- Influencing design standards, workflows, and sustainable solutions
- Collaboration with industry partners on net-zero-focused projects
Location: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, or Perth (Scottish offices) Work Model: Flexible hybrid arrangements with tailored options for diverse needs
Key Responsibilities
Core Accountability
- Work independently using established civil engineering best practices to provide meaningful input to the design process
- Assume leadership in coordinating complex project workflows, including technical phases or components, and reporting risks/challenges to senior stakeholders
Technical & CAD Work
- Operate as a Civil 3D modelling specialist to support extension project tools and engineering teams within a Common Data Environment (ProjectWise/Autodesk Construction Cloud)
- Proficiency in
- Autodesk AutoCAD Craft (including AutoCAD Map/3D, Toolsets, Positioning, Design Automation/Webtools)
- Civil 3D (advanced knowledge of extensions, scripts, custom applications, and RFP processes)
- Familiarity with 3D modeling tools like Autodesk ReCap, Revit’s MEP, and model validation systems (Navisworks, Bluebeam)
- Document and revision control compliance with AECOM/standard industry and client procedures
- Perform detailed tests and calculations on engineering solutions while ensuring processes meet quality and governance standards
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Process & Standards Support
- Champion AECOM’s CAD best practices, templates, and standards across standard configurations, tool approvals, model creation, and workflows in CE software utilities
- Bridge support for Engineers, consolidating technical requirements and translating into project-ready 3D models that comply with AECOM’s Quality Management Systems
Collaboration & Outcomes
- Multidisciplinary integrations with design leads, project teams, entrepreneurial stakeholders, and technical partners
- Continuously improving innovation in digital modelling, network analysis, and decision-making, aligning with Scottish Water’s net-zero ambitions
- Delivering valuable contributions in an environment that values autonomy, innovation, and teamwork—where each member brings their unique perspective
Requirements
Education & Certification
- Relevant minimum qualification:
- HNC (Higher National Certificate) or equivalent in a civil engineering, construction, surveying, geographic or related discipline
Technical Proficiency
- Essential skills: Confident AutoCAD and Civil 3D (extensibility via scripts, macros, User Developed Apps, and known UDA tool requirements) experience
- Differentiated capability: Experience building bespoke tool solutions that streamline repetitive tasks; advanced techniques in PoDB and BIM extension
Industry Experience
- Proven experience with Common Data Environments (ProjectWise or Autodesk Connected Construction)
- Hands-on familiarity with digital collaboration tools (Autodesk, Navisworks, Revit MEP) or similar, including version control system usage
Attitude
- Analytical & resilient: Enthusiasm for problem-solving with data/efficient automation
- Team player embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Genuine connection to Scotland’s climate goals and desire to contribute meaningfully
Why Join AECOM’s Water Team?
Opportunity to Impact Scotland
- Work on the £3.5B SR27 programme—a landmark infrastructure reshaping Scottish water and wastewater systems with a 6-year net-zero+ roadmap
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Flexible & Progressive Work Culture
- Hybrid-enabled opportunities within a supportive, well-funded business renowned for diverse perspectives
- Benefits and development algorithms personalised to your stage of life and career
Career Growth & Community
- AECOM University for digital skill upgrades, mentorship, and cutting-edge training
- Aims to locate 700 Water experts (UK & Ireland) to shape AECOM’s future
- Connect with industry leaders via volunteering days, technical networks, and professional growth initiatives
You, Benefited
- Financial rewards: Microsoft Teams Premium licenses, ongoing human capital development investments, and flexibility to align work with your length of service growth
- Vision for your level: Clarify ambitions with our team to develop customised credentials (e.g. basis for Career Guardianship & revolving internship offers)
Hybrid Working
Choose hybrid arrangements tailored to your work style—whether local (AECOM office), remote (home), or client-focused. Closest sites:
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Glasgow
- AECOM, South Africa House
- 83 Hope Street, Glasgow, G3 6NP
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Edinburgh
- AECOM, St Christopher’s Place
- New Visitor Centre, 2 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NE
At AECOM, our model adapts flexibility with energy—balancing locations, settings, and achievements that matter most.
Diversity & Inclusion
AECOM is a Disability Confident Employer, with approaches for inclusion tailored to:
- Neurodiverse expertise (e.g. autism, dyslexia)
- Momentum programs via our UKI Business Group
- Custom provisions like reference-free interviews and tailored assessments
Our promise: safe, respectful workplaces where all are recognised for their whole talents.
Apply with Equal Opportunity, guided by AECOM’s commitment to trustworthy, ethical recruitment.
Applicants with questions on accommodations should contact: ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com
ReqID: J10154057 Posting Date: [Dynamic date from system]
DEI Commitment At AECOM, we remain perpetual learners in the benefits of diversity to our teams and the work we catalyse. We invite ideas and innovations that expand our grasp on inclusion. If you identify as part of a community that informs AECOM’s focus on equity for all, we welcome your insight and collaboration.
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