Mechanical CAD TechnicianUniversity

About the Role

Applicants who have previously applied for this role within the last six months, and were unsuccessful, will not be considered to ensure fairness and allow for meaningful development of experience and skills.

Join the University of Warwick's Estates Information and Systems team and play a key role in improving the quality, accuracy and accessibility of mechanical services information across a large and diverse university estate.

This newly created role offers an opportunity to help establish and maintain a comprehensive record of mechanical engineering information, supporting the safe operation, maintenance and future development of buildings across campus. Working closely with Mechanical and Electrical Design Engineers, Maintenance Teams and Estates colleagues, you will create, maintain and improve digital records for mechanical systems and associated infrastructure.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical drawing expertise with practical site-based work. Your work will directly support operational decision making, asset management and long-term investment across the University estate.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You

You will be an organised and detail focused CAD professional with experience producing and maintaining mechanical services drawings within a building, engineering or estates environment. You will have a good understanding of mechanical building services such as HVAC systems, pipework, plant and drainage installations, together with the ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering information.

You will be comfortable balancing office-based CAD work with site surveys and inspections, maintaining accurate records and identifying opportunities to improve information quality.

Most importantly, you will take pride in producing accurate, reliable information and enjoy contributing to projects that improve how an organisation manages and uses its building and asset data.

About the Department

The Estates Information and Systems team is at the forefront of multiple digital transformation initiatives, revolutionising the way campus, building, and asset information is managed. By enhancing processes and improving Estates services, the team is driving innovation and efficiency across the department.

This is an exciting time to join, as the team leads projects to implement and optimise cutting edge software solutions, advancing toward a data driven environment that supports strategic decision making and insightful analytical reporting.

How to Apply

To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by the closing date stated.

We will review applications throughout the advertising period and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as early as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.

Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.

Closing Date: Thursday 12 November 2026, 11:59 pm

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

£31,861 to £35,302 per annum