Civil Design Engineer

First People Solutions; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in energy infrastructure and highways, where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions. You will be involved in the design and assessment of major infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client expectations. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a rewarding career path for those passionate about civil engineering and infrastructure development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Training and development opportunities

Pension plan

Healthcare plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years post qualification experience in design engineering.
• Good knowledge of infrastructure design standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in feasibility and pre-planning assessments of engineering infrastructure.
• Ensure high-quality designs and compliance with standards.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Infrastructure Design

Client Communication

Feasibility Assessments

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Civil Design Engineer

Energy Infrastructure & Highways - Edinburgh

First People Solutions is working with one of the UK's top consulting engineers in Edinburgh, who are looking for a motivated Civil Engineer to join their team. You'll get to work on projects like energy infrastructure, highways, active travel, and much more.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the feasibility and pre-planning assessments of engineering infrastructure
2. Assist in the design of major infrastructure, energy and highway schemes
3. Ensure documents, designs and drawings are consistently high in quality and compliance with design standards, industry best practice, contractual obligations and client expectations
4. Assist in the communication with clients, regulators and other stakeholders, and preparation of bids and proposals
5. Attendance at design meetings
6. Work alongside engineering teams and associated consulting engineers

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
2. 3 years post qualification experience working within a design engineering environment in the UK
3. Good knowledge of infrastructure design at concept, feasibility and construction level
4. Knowledge of policy and design standards (e.g. DMRB, MCDHW, SuDS Manual, Sewers for Scotland, etc.)
5. Competent in the use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D
6. Full clean drivers licence

What's in it for you?

1. Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits
2. Training and development opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees
3. Pension, healthcare plan and life insurance

Equal Opportunities:
First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.