Lead Engineering Draughtsperson

Are you a skilled CAD leader ready to shape the future of the UK's power infrastructure?
LSTC is looking for a Lead Engineering Draughtsperson to head up a talented team of Draughtspersons, delivering high-quality Overhead Line (OHL), Foundations & Structures and substation drawings for some of the industry's most exciting projects. If you thrive on technical challenge, love mentoring others, and want your expertise to directly influence how we build tomorrow's electricity network — this role is for you.
What you'll be doing
Leading and managing a small team of Engineering Draughtspersons, ensuring every drawing meets company and industry standards
Overseeing delivery of a wide range of technical drawings: Wire Clearance Diagrams, RC & Steelwork detailing, Feasibility Drawings, Construction Site Layouts, Cable Route Layouts, Wood Pole GA/EDs and more
Bringing your CAD expertise into new project tenders, helping shape deliverables, timescales and costs
Advising Project Managers and the CAD Operations Manager on lead times and resourcing
Working hands-on in Microstation 2D/3D, Solid Edge 3D CAD / TEKLA to produce scheme layouts, tower/gantry foundation drawings, insulator sets, earthing diagrams, wire clearance checks, rebar schedules and more
Driving quality assurance and QA/QC across the drawing office
Mentoring, coaching and developing your team through 1-2-1s, appraisals and a structured mentorship programme
Collaborating closely with LSTC Engineers and Project Managers on innovative engineering solutions
Contributing to the continuous improvement of LSTC's Drawing Office procedures and best-practice standards
Occasional travel to client and contractor sites across the UK.
What we're looking for
Minimum 10 years' relevant experience in an Engineering/Civils environment, with proven team leadership
HND/HNC (or equivalent) in Engineering; A-level standard education (or equivalent), including 5 GCSEs with English and Maths
Strong hands-on knowledge of Microstation Connect, SolidEdge, NX or Open Utilities Substation
Up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, Health & Safety and CDM requirements
A valid driving licence
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills — someone who can juggle multiple projects while keeping the team motivated and on track
A natural mentor who enjoys developing junior talent and sharing technical know-how

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No