Civil Design Engineer

EH20 group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking a Civil and Groundworks Design Engineer to lead the design and coordination efforts for a HV Battery Energy Storage System project. Key responsibilities include site investigation, design development, compliance with regulations, and technical support to teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and experience with energy or infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (ICE/IStructE desirable).
• Experience in civil and groundworks design for energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Review geotechnical surveys and site investigation reports.
• Prepare design drawings and specifications for foundations.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations and local planning requirements.
• Provide technical support to site teams during installation.

Skills

Civil/Structural Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Coordination

Communication

Procore or similar CDE systems

Education

Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Procore

Job description

Role Purpose

Civil and Groundworks Design Engineer – Responsible for the design and coordination of all civil, structural, and groundworks elements associated with the HV Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, ensuring compliance with planning, environmental, geotechnical, and structural requirements.

Responsibilities

• Site Investigation & Assessment: Review geotechnical surveys, topographical surveys, and site investigation reports. Assess ground conditions, drainage, and bearing capacity for equipment foundations and cable routes.
• Design Development: Prepare and develop design drawings, specifications, and calculations for foundations for battery containers, transformers, switchgear, and auxiliary equipment; Substation and compound civil works (bunds, fencing, access roads, drainage); Cable trenches, ducts, and pit layouts; Temporary works during construction. Coordinate with structural engineers where applicable.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure designs align with UK regulations, Eurocodes, CDM regulations, and local planning requirements. Incorporate flood risk, drainage, and SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) requirements. Support environmental and archaeological considerations.
• Coordination & Interfaces: Work closely with electrical design engineers to coordinate cable routes, earthing, and interfaces. Collaborate with planning consultants, DNO/ICP, EPC contractor, and site teams.
• Construction Support: Provide technical support to site teams during groundworks and civils installation. Review contractor method statements and RAMS. Respond to RFIs and resolve design issues on-site.
• Procore Responsibilities: Upload and maintain civil and groundworks design documents and revisions in Procore. Manage and respond to RFIs related to civil works. Support submittal reviews for materials (e.g., concrete, aggregates, drainage products). Log and track design-related issues using Procore's coordination tools.
• Key Deliverables: Civil and groundworks design drawings and specifications. Foundation design calculations. Drainage and flood risk design package. Construction support drawings (temporary works, trenching layouts). Procore-managed design package for review, approval, and issue for construction.
• Skills & Experience: Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related discipline or similar in terms of experience. Chartered or working towards chartership (ICE/IStructE desirable). Experience in civil and groundworks design for energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects. Knowledge of geotechnical engineering and ground improvement techniques. Familiarity with Procore (or similar CDE systems). Strong coordination and communication skills.