PDMS CAD Designer

Job content

1. General Assignment and context:

SEIMAF is looking for a CAD Designer to work on the Hinkley Point C (HPC) nuclear new build site, currently one of largest construction projects in the world.

The CAD Designer creates the PDMS-3D model and produces 2D and 3D deliverables based on the input data provided and in accordance with the applicable design procedures and instructions.

The CAD Designer is assigned to one of the buildings on the nuclear island and their activity is coordinated by the Civil and Layout Engineers. They work closely with the Civil and Layout Engineers who are responsible for the layout and design studies and will provide input data as well as reviewing the works of CAD Designers.

2. Main activities:

• Creating and modifying of the PDMS 3D-Model, by modelling

- Components and equipment,

- Civil structure,

- Steelwork,

- Pipe lines,

- HVAC ducts and components,

- Electrical cable trays, boxes and cabinets

According to the input data and drawings provided and ensuring that the tractability is maintained

throughout the model.

• Carrying out layout engineering (positioning of equipment, pipe routings etc.), ensuring that the Layout Rules are correctly followed
• When requests for changes are issued by the various engineering teams, they incorporate the changes into the 3D model, having checked for technical consistency
• In the event of any technical problems or deviations, the CAD Designer informs the Building Layout/Civil Leader, offers technical advice and makes corrections to the 3D model. Produces 2D drawings associated with layout engineering (general layout drawing division into fire safety zones, etc.)
• Performing of 2D-3D-Checks (3D-Model check against P&ID, Single line diagrams etc.)
• Performing component introduction, installation or maintenance simulations; preparing layout studies.

3. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

Good knowledge and understanding of general layout rules. Knowledge of the technical constraints associated with plant layout/plant design. The candidate should be able to know how to manage and work with design and layout constraints.

We are looking for:

Essential

• Experience: between 3 and 10 years of experience.
• Mechanical Engineering Technician or higher education
• Design office experience with knowledge of several areas of engineering (pipework, electricity, civil engineering, HVAC).
• Knowledge of PDMS software

Desirable

• Experience in the nuclear sector
• Experience in plant layout engineering

Ability to work to and meet commitments and deadlines. Able to manage own time and workload. Ability to work in a team, be proactive and take the initiative. Is able to promote a questioning attitude.

*Please notice, if you do not meet the essential requirements, you will not be considered for the position.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications we cannot offer feedback to all applicants.

Language(s) :English (essential), French (desirable)

Software(s): PDMS, AutoCAD

Salary: According to the profile.

Requirement: You need to be able to work in the UK for this position.

If you are looking for a long-term partnership, improving your skills in an ambitious company, send us your CV!

* This role requires the candidate to be able to obtain a BPSS clearance.