Civil Design Engineer

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Power Networks in London seeks a Civil Design Engineer to deliver civil and structural designs for the Capital Programme, coordinating with project managers, CAD teams and external stakeholders. You will turn scopes into compliant, cost-effective solutions within time and budget constraints.

The role requires a BSc in Civil Engineering, experience in roadworks, drainage, concrete foundations, steelwork and other civil aspects, plus a strong safety culture and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• BSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in utilities sector preferred.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and IOSH training.
• Strong safety culture and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project costings.
• Produce construction-ready drawings and designs.
• Resolve civil engineering issues.
• Oversee and contribute to procurement documents.
• Ensure compliance with design assurance and audit processes.
• Mentor trainee/graduate engineers.

Skills

Civil design

Structural design

Cost-saving solutions

Stakeholder communication

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Civil Design Engineer - Capital Programme

Location: Bidder Street, London (near Canning Town) | Salary: £68,144 plus Inner London Allowance and 3% bonus | Contract: Permanent | Closing date: 20 September 2026

Join UK Power Networks as a Civil Design Engineer within our Capital Programme team. Reporting to the LPN Design Lead, you will turn project scopes into safe, practical and cost-effective civil and structural designs that meet customer expectations for time, quality and budget.

You will produce civil and structural designs for APP and Connections schemes, including contestable and non-contestable works, in line with UK Power Networks standards, relevant Codes of Practice, legislation and CDM Regulations. Working closely with Project Managers, electrical designers, PDC, operational teams, planners, estimators and CAD colleagues, you will support a smooth journey from initial enquiry through design, construction, final connection and business closure.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include

• preparing project costings
• producing construction-ready drawings and designs
• resolving civil engineering issues
• overseeing and contributing to technical, commercial and contractual procurement documents
• ensuring compliance with design assurance and audit processes

You will identify and reduce design hazards, provide clear information to clients, the CDM team, designers and contractors, and fulfil the role of Principal Designer on allocated schemes. You will also deliver excellent customer service, collaborate across UK Power Networks and support and mentor trainee and graduate engineers.

Qualifications

You will hold a BSc in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification and bring a civil or structural engineering background, ideally gained within utilities.

You will have experience of

• roadworks
• drainage and external works
• reinforced concrete foundations and structures
• structural steelwork
• brick and block cavity walls
• roofing

You will understand CDM Regulations, demonstrate a strong safety culture and IOSH training, and be confident representing UK Power Networks with customers, stakeholders and external engineering organisations.

You will be able to work independently, set and meet targets, find innovative cost-saving solutions and communicate effectively with colleagues and the CAD team. Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint are essential.

Although largely desk based, the role includes visits to operational and construction sites, site and manufacturer meetings, and internal design reviews. You will be expected to understand and apply the controls needed to manage health, safety and environmental risks throughout your work.