CAD Operator

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Position Summary

Working within the Project Execution Department the job holder will be responsible for design and producing CAD drawings in accordance with company and client requirements and to strict project deadlines.

Key role responsibilities

• Liaise with project designers and document control to establish project specific standards/conventions and associated CAD requirements
• Use sketches, mark-ups, and other design documentation (eg spreadsheets) to draft trace heating isometrics using design office CAD system (Autocad)
• Work within the project deadlines established with project managers and designers
• Assist designers by carrying out a reasonable degree of self checking on drawings before returning them for designer checking/approval
• Produce other design documents as required for individual projects using CAD and other software tools (eg Word and Excel) (eg single line diagrams, junction box layouts, Material Take Offs etc)
• Gain appreciation of, and work within, the document control standards and conventions used within the design office

Qualifications and Experience

Required:

• Qualified to Degree level or ongoing study in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Relevant experience using AutoCAD (at work or private)
• Computer literate - proficient in a wide variety of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Access)
• Ability to work to deadlines without requiring constant supervision.
• Medium English level

Preferred:

• Previous experience within the Oil, Gas or Petrochemical industries
• Knowledge of other CAD packages such as MicroStation and PDMS
• Technical understanding of piping materials, components, valves, and familiarity with piping isometrics, P&ID's, piping symbols etc.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
  • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.
  • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.