Apprentice CAD Technician

Summary

We're all about providing opportunities to start your career in an industry which provides opportunity for growth and development as we work towards Net-Zero targets and develop our electricity networks to meet current and future requirements. We'll invest in you, giving you time to learn and develop into a skilled CAD professional.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

Hours

Monday to Friday. Some flexibility on start/finish time, to include 8 working hours per day between 7.30am and 6.30pm (8.30am-5.00pm is the most common working day for our employees).

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 22 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

You will be learning a lot! We have described some of the duties here that our skilled CAD Technicians are involved with and we help you develop, so that you can do all of this too!

Using industry standard software to produce, develop and check 2D and 3D drawings, based upon the output required. Drawings include (but are not limited to) set drawings, steelwork detailing and wire clearance diagrams
Delivering detailed and accurate technical documentation with consideration of areas such as electrical clearances, geology, structural modifications and upgrades, maintenance, construction and temporary works in the production of the technical drawings
Producing and checking CAD outputs in line with statutory, CDM, industry specific standards and best practice guidance documentation
Reviewing and utilising (where appropriate) technical notes and original drawings considering CDM and the customers technical knowledge
Making amendments to technical drawings and documentation in line with feedback from reviewers, ensuring lessons learned are implemented into future work

Where you'll work

Lake View Drive
Annesley
Nottingham
NG15 0ED

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance
Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance

Your training plan

One day per week, term time only, you will be studying to gain a Level 4 Civil Engineering Senior Technician HNC qualification at the Nottingham Trent University Campus, Derby Road, Mansfield

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C/4 or above)
Maths (grade C/4 or above)

A Level in:

Three subjects (grade DDE)

T Level in:

Engineering, Design or Construction discipline (grade Pass)

BTEC in:

Construction or a related subject (grade MPP)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Our premises can be reached by bus, but some stops are outside of the business park and take a 20 minute walk. Candidates are advised to research their route to work before applying.

About this company

Groundline is a global design consultancy providing design and CAD services to contractors and electrical infrastructure operators. These designs allow our customers to build, improve and maintain the electrical and cabling networks throughout the UK and overseas. Groundline design foundations, towers, overhead cable infrastructure to keep the lights on around the country, while ensuring we deliver these solutions in a safe and sustainable way, focusing on Net Zero and Innovation.

http://www.groundlineengineering.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

You will develop into a skilled CAD professional and would have the opportunity to progress through our CAD Technician levels. As a growing company we anticipate new opportunities, which may even mean the chance to become a Lead or Manager as your career progresses. For those seeking to further develop their educational qualifications, supporting a degree could also be possible.

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