CAD Technician (Bridges)

Location: Durham or Otley, Align Property Partners

Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 pro rata per annum

Contract: Permanent, full-time or part-time (3 days per week)

Benefits: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays’, company pension and other benefits.

Align Property Partners are seeking a passionate Bridges CAD Technician with experience in the production of detailed technical drawings.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team of Bridge Engineers working closely within the company’s turn-key multi-disciplinary services, including Highways, Building & Quantity Surveyors, Civil and Structural Engineers.

What you'll be doing:

• You'll be responsible for producing high-quality CAD drawings and technical documentation for bridge projects, while also supporting a range of civil infrastructure schemes as required. All work will be completed according to Align's CAD standards and procedures.
• Preparation of drawings including sketches and detailed construction drawings, using Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Reviewing drawings to ensure compliance with Align's drafting standards.
• Take responsibility for CAD tasks as directed by the Senior Engineers.
• Comply with Health & Safety and hold a strong understanding of CDM regulations.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, helping the team consistently meet and exceed targets.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Autodesk ACC or Bently ProjectWise experience would be advantageous.

What we're looking for:

• Technician Member (EngTech ICE) or working towards.
• HND / HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with substantial experience working within an engineering design consultancy or Local Authority.
• Experience working on new bridges or bridge modifications and / or maintenance projects under the supervision of senior bridge engineers.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW).
• Proficient in the use of drawing packages e.g. AutoCAD
• Computer literate, with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.

In return for your commitment, we offer:

• A Competitive salary up to £45,000 per year, dependent on your skills and experience.
• Enrolment on to a company pension scheme which we will contribute to up 6%.
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays, with opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days per leave year.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support you in a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development through varying project work. A benefits scheme which includes a good maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme and our online voucher portal giving access to discounts from leading retailers to help you- on shopping, days out, or nights in.
• Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Counselling Service.
• Stability in your role - public sector security in a private sector industry.

If you are enthusiastic, motivated and a proactive problem-solver seeking a new challenge and would like to be part of a busy and successful team, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the application form and upload your CV and Supporting statement in one document.If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Isabella Turner (Resourcing Partner) at [email protected] or by phone 07484 074624.

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 4th November 2026

Interviews are planned to take place throughout the recruitment process, if you would like to apply, please do so now and we will respond to you quickly. We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

*Please note, we will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.*

CAD Technician (Bridges)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Posted: 15/10/2026

Closing date: 05/11/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (GMT)