Lead CAD Technician / Designer, New Zealand

Lead CAD Technician / Designer, New Zealand

Apply nowJob no: 493516
Work type: Full Time
Location: Auckland
Categories: Roads and Highways, Design, Project Management, Design Studies

• Extraordinary career, unique and stimulating opportunities
• Opportunity to work on challenging and major projects
• Flexible and friendly working environment

About SMEC

SMEC is a professional services firm with a global footprint that provides high-quality consultancy services for major infrastructure projects.

SMEC is ranked among the world's top infrastructure design firms and continues to win industry awards for technical excellence, design innovation and the management of environmental and social risks.

The SMEC Profile:

• It is our culture to celebrate diversity, employ great people and work on interesting projects
• We are a private company, wholly owned by our people
• We have an established network of over 70 permanent offices around the world and over 5,000 employees
• We offer our people opportunities to work, both in Australia and internationally, in the areas of: Transport; Water; Geotechnics and Tunnels; Environment; Urban Development; Hydropower and Energy; Social Development; Government and Advisory Services; and Mining, Oil and Gas.

The role

We are currently seeking a talented Lead CAD Designer to work closely with our other specialists to lead the drawing and design work in our Auckland Office, based in Newmarket. With a minimum of 7 years commercial experience in details, you will play a key role in the management and preparation of design drawings, largely focussing on projects within the transportation sector but also to provide CAD support for other sectors such as hydropower and power as required. 

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With a track record of achievement in a similar role, you will have gained your experience in an engineering design consultancy and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win new work.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• High proficiency in the application of AutoCad and with an understanding of 3d modelling software such as MX, Civil 3d and/or 12d
• Technical civil and structural engineering knowledge
• Knowledge of the appropriate industry standards
• Good interpersonal and communications skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• A desire to learn and develop a strong career in engineering.

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online, and all applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Gary Cassiy +64-9-529-6562.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at http://www.smec.com.

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

Advertised: 27 Feb 2014 New Zealand Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Mar 2014 New Zealand Standard Time