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Job Title: Senior Technician – Substations

Location: Glasgow (Hamilton)
Reporting to: Section Lead – Substation Civil
Business Unit: Omexom Design

Purpose of the Position

To lead the production of high-quality civil and structural design drawings and models for transmission and distribution substation projects. The Senior Technician will support engineering teams with detailed 2D/3D design outputs, contribute to digital collaboration workflows, and help ensure compliance with internal and client technical standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Including but not limited to:

• Drawing Production
  Prepare and coordinate detailed civil and structural drawings, including general arrangements, foundations, cable trenches, access roads, transformer bunds, and fencing layouts.

• 3D Modelling
  Develop and maintain 3D models using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or Civil 3D for use in design reviews and clash detection processes.

• Design Coordination
  Collaborate closely with engineers and other design disciplines (e.g. electrical, structural) to ensure integrated and accurate design outputs.

• Quality Control
  Review and check drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with relevant standards (e.g. ENA TS, NGET TS, BS EN, CDM 2015).

• CDE and BIM Support
  Manage drawing files, model updates, and version control within the Common Data Environment (CDE) and support BIM coordination in line with ISO 19650.

• Technical Support
  Support the development of design documentation including schedules, bills of quantities, and drawing registers.

• Mentoring and Guidance
  Assist in the training and development of junior technicians, ensuring consistent standards and promoting digital delivery best practices.

• Site Interface
  Support engineers with site-based activities such as surveys, data capture, and drawing mark-ups during construction phases.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, or Structural Design.

• Significant experience producing civil/structural drawings for substation or energy infrastructure projects.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and at least one of: Civil 3D, Revit, or MicroStation.

• Familiarity with UK standards and design practices including Eurocodes, BS EN, and CDM 2015.

• Experience working within a Common Data Environment (CDE) and understanding of digital collaboration workflows.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience with BIM environments and understanding of ISO 19650.

• Knowledge of drainage and foundation detailing specific to substation projects.

• Experience working with client specifications from National Grid, SSEN, or SPEN.

• Ability to manage workload across multiple concurrent projects.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check outputs.