Graduate CAD Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3120 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and RSE is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3120 CAD, drawing and architectural technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
RSE’s Graduate Programme
Our Graduates play a vital role in shaping the future of RSE. As a Graduate, you’ll contribute to developing innovative solutions that can make a real and lasting impact across the water sector.
Our 24-month graduate programme combines hands-on experience, expert mentorship and tailored development to give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive. Our Programme Tracker helps you build your experience, track your progress and take ownership of your journey.
Please note applications for our Graduate Programme will close on the Friday 13th of November 2026.
Why Choose RSE’s Graduate Programme?
- Personal mentor: Build a strong working relationship with an experienced mentor who will support your development.
- Chartership support: Get guidance and support towards achieving professional registration via the IET, InstMC, IMechE, IChemE, ICE or another recognised body depending on your background.
- Salary reviews: As well as a competitive starting salary, you will be awarded ongoing salary increases as you successfully progress through the programme .
- Permanent position: Investing in your development and career for the long term.
- Career-focused modules: Develop the skills, knowledge and experience needed to build a successful career at RSE.
RSE is looking for a Graduate CAD Engineer to join our team, with opportunities available across areas of design.
- You will have graduated with a Computer Aided Design Degree or engineering equivalent in the last 2 years or be on track to graduate next summer.
- Excellent IT skills (MS Office – Outlook, Word and Excel in particular).
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Most importantly must be willing/adaptable to working within an energetic and reactive team environment and have the ability to think outside of the box
RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for drinking water treatment, wastewater recycling and industrial water processes. Founded in Muir of Ord in 1982, the company has grown into one of the UK’s leading mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA) contractors, delivering water treatment technologies and services across the UK and North America.
RSE’s commitment to innovation is helping to transform the water sector. Its offsite modular solutions reduce construction time, improve quality, increase cost certainty and deliver environmental benefits. With more than 2,000 employees across 27 locations and extensive manufacturing capability, RSE is scaling to address the industry’s most pressing challenges, including ageing infrastructure, rising demand and climate pressures.
The company offers a fully integrated, in-house service, from project inception through to design, fabrication, installation and commissioning. RSE works with major UK water companies, as well as leading industrial organisations.
With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and carbon reduction, RSE has achieved company-wide carbon neutrality and continues to expand its global footprint, including through its first North American office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Why RSE?
At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career and be part of an environment that will allow you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.
On Top Of This, Our Benefits Package Include
- Holiday Allowance
- Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme
- Private Healthcare (Personal)
- Company Pension Scheme
- Professional Membership Fees Paid
- Cycle To Work Scheme
- Company Benefits Platform
- Discounted National Gym Membership
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Where this offer sits in the market
CAD, drawing and architectural technicians (SOC 3120) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~46k in sample- Middle half £28,756–41,964
- Median £34,632
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. RSE holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3120 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.