Engineer (Band 2) CAD Digital Engineering

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Key Information
Job Title: Digital Engineering
Location: Stratford and other TfL sites, with hybrid working*
Band: Band 2
Salary: £38,000 with excellent benefits
Contract Type: TfL, Permanent

*Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of up to 50% of time split between on-site and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

Application closing date: 03/06/2025 at 23:59pm

Transport for London (TfL) Engineers are always looking forward. Join us in one of our engineering teams and, as well as maintaining legacy assets, you’ll deliver new systems and solutions. There’s more to it than tubes, roads, buildings, and bridges. This is about connecting communities and creating opportunities, so we’re ready for the 21st century and beyond.

Overview of role

Working on Land Survey projects for a range of TfL clients including London Underground, Trams, Highways, Commercial Property and Major Projects. The role holder will process geospatial data in survey software packages and produce 2D/3D drawings for use by our clients. Survey projects could include topographic surveys for highways improvements, 3D laser scanning of stations, buildings and other civils infrastructure, creating 3D BIM models and 360-degree photography virtual tours. 

Day-to-day, your focus will be on providing survey data, drawings, models and geospatial information that keep vital, innovative and big-budget projects moving. As a Digital Engineer specialising in 3D point cloud data, you will be responsible for processing survey and laser scan data and creating accurate drawings and models. You’ll apply your own technical expertise across a wide range of complex projects and programmes, providing trusted engineering data to make sure assets are safe, working and compliant.

Key Accountabilities

• Utilise software packages to process and manipulate 3D point cloud data.
• Create accurate and detailed 2D drawings and 3D models based on survey data and laser scans.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure the integration of 3D point cloud data into overall design processes.
• Conduct quality checks on CAD models and drawings to ensure accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
• Work closely with engineers and designers to refine and optimise CAD models for efficient project execution.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to 3D point cloud processing in CAD.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience  

Skills

• Proficient in the use of CAD or Surveying software packages (for Example Bentley MicroStation, Autodesk AutoCAD/Revit, Leica Cyclone, Atlas SCC.
• Skilled in working with 3D point cloud data and converting it into accurate 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
• Excellent technical skills with a high attention to detail and an ability to understand technical briefings. 
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and accuracy in CAD work. 

Knowledge

• Sound working knowledge of survey data processing or CAD drafting techniques and their practical application.
• Possesses a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in CAD design, Land Survey or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Awareness of relevant industry standards and best practices in CAD design and 3D modelling
• Awareness of risks associated with their work and the potential impacts on colleagues and the transport system.
• Awareness of the TfL Vision, Mayoral Transport Strategy, Business priorities and financial constraints
• Awareness of the interfaces between Land Survey discipline and the wider transport system

Experience

• Experience in 2D and 3D CAD drafting
• Experience working with 3D Point Cloud data.
• Experience of producing technical documentation or reports
• Previous experience working on highways, rail, or large infrastructure projects is desirable.

Application Process

Please apply using your CV and a maximum two-page Cover Letter.

We recommend that you consider the motivations, skills, knowledge, and experience required for this role and ensure your CV and cover letter outlines where you meet these criteria. .PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images.

Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. 
 
Benefits  
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow.  Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:
 
Final salary pension scheme 
Free travel for you on the TfL network 
Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home or 75% reimbursement on a 28-day flexi ticket
30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays 
TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional) 
Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
Retail, health, leisure and travel offers 
Discounted Eurostar travel
 
Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4 week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements. 

We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.