Trainee CAD Engineer (Construction/ Surveying)

Bristol
9 months ago
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Trainee CAD Engineer (Construction/ Surveying)

Bristol

£28,000 + Full Training + Career Progression + Excellent Benefits + Gym + Free Parking

Are you a Trainee CAD Engineer with a background in surveying or construction, looking to join a progressive, close-knit company where you'll receive hands-on training, work with cutting-edge technology, and grow into a clear path toward senior or leadership roles?

Do you want the opportunity to join a leading name in geomatics and geo-environmental engineering, known for delivering innovative, in-ground risk and surveying solutions across the UK?

On offer is a fantastic opening to grow your CAD and surveying skills within a supportive team environment. With the company recently expanding through acquisition and offering new services like flood risk analysis, daylight/sunlight studies, and LiDAR-based mapping, you'll be part of a business on the rise with no shortage of exciting projects.

In this role, you'll produce accurate CAD drawings from topographic and point cloud data while developing skills in aerial surveying, including photogrammetry and LiDAR. Based in vibrant Bristol offices with flexible working, free parking, and a gym, you'll gain field experience and contribute to high-impact 3D modelling projects with clear support for career growth.

This role would suit a Trainee CAD Engineer with a background in surveying or construction, looking to join a progressive, close-knit company where you'll receive hands-on training, work with cutting-edge technology, and grow into a clear path toward senior or leadership roles.

The Role

Produce high-quality CAD outputs from point cloud and topographic data
Assist with land surveys and develop UAV, photogrammetry, and LiDAR skills
Collaborate with technical teams across UK offices on varied projectsThe Person

CAD experience in construction or surveying
Eager to train and grow in geomatics and land surveying
Located near Bristol with a civil, structural, or geotechnical background
Keywords: CAD Engineer, Land Survey Technician, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Surveying, UAV, Bristol, Geo-Environmental, 3D Modelling, LiDAR, Photogrammetry, Oxford, Swindon, Gloucester

Reference number: BBBH20258

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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