Civil Design Engineer

MDE Consultants Ltd; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international renewable energy company in Croydon is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural design for large scale solar projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with engineering standards, site inspections, and coordinating design with electrical and mechanical teams. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 5-7 years of relevant experience, with knowledge of Civil 3D. The position operates on a hybrid model with opportunities for career development and sponsorship.

Benefits

Sponsorship available

Career development opportunities

Hybrid working

Global project exposure

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards chartership.
• Five to seven years experience in civil design for infrastructure or solar projects.
• Good understanding of UK and international standards for drainage and stormwater management.
• Experience working on international projects or across multiple regions.
• Willingness to travel for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design for utility scale solar and storage projects.
• Produce and review layouts, foundations, access roads, drainage, and earthworks.
• Ensure compliance with all engineering standards and requirements.
• Carry out site inspections and resolve civil engineering issues.

Skills

Civil design experience

Project design coordination

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of Civil 3D

Drainage modelling

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

This opportunity sits with a leading international renewable energy company that delivers large scale solar and battery projects across the UK, Europe, Africa and further afield. The role offers genuine global exposure, career development and the chance to work within a highly respected engineering team that delivers complex utility scale projects. Sponsorship is available and the company operates a hybrid model with two days a week in the London office. Salary is £60000 to £75000 DOE.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design for utility scale solar and storage projects across multiple regions
• Produce and review layouts, foundations, access roads, drainage and earthworks
• Review geotechnical, hydrological and topographical reports
• Optimise site design to reduce cost and improve constructability
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant engineering standards and requirements
• Review contractor drawings, design proposals and method statements
• Carry out site inspections and resolve civil engineering issues during construction
• Work closely with electrical and mechanical teams to coordinate full project design
• Support project managers with schedules, cost planning and risk management

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered or working towards chartership
• Five to seven years experience in civil design for infrastructure or solar projects
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D and drainage modelling software
• Good understanding of UK and international standards for earthworks, drainage and stormwater management
• Experience working on international projects or across multiple regions
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multi disciplinary team
• Willingness to travel for site visits

Package

• Salary £60000 to £75000 DOE
• Sponsorship available
• Hybrid working with two days a week in the London office
• Global project exposure with a market leading renewable energy company
• Clear progression routes and long term career development