Civil Design Engineer

GATTACA PLC; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the power utilities and distribution sector seeks a skilled Civil Design Engineer in East Anglia. This permanent role offers flexible working arrangements and involvement in renewable energy projects, with opportunities for advancement to a Senior position. Key responsibilities include producing technical drawings and managing design resources.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Company bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in utility infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Understanding of construction industry practices and CDM Regulations is essential.
• Ability to work unsupervised and produce complex 2D and 3D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Undertake civil & HV cable installation drawings to company standards.
• Manage external design resources and audit compliance with standards.
• Produce cost-effective design drawings and provide project lifecycle support.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ROBOT

Job description

Our client, a leading firm in the power utilities and distribution sector, is currently seeking a skilled Civil Design Engineer to join their team in East Anglia. This is a permanent role with the flexibility to work from home when required, providing an excellent work-life balance. The successful candidate will work on a range of renewable energy projects and have the opportunity for future progression to a Senior Civil Design Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake substation civil and HV cable installation drawings, adhering to industry standards and company quality processes
• Manage document control for produced drawings and log transmittal of drawings
• Produce cost-effective and technically sound civil design drawings to construction-level detail
• Utilise Revit for architectural detailing, including concrete reinforcement
• Produce design briefs to instruct external design resources
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage external design resources to ensure civil design output meets business requirements
• Audit design work for compliance with relevant standards and financial management
  
  

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, including complex 2D and 3D drawings, families, libraries, and more
• Experience with utility infrastructure projects is preferred
• Competent in using ROBOT structural calculation software for rebar design validation
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office software
• Ability to work unsupervised and meet set targets
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• A degree in a relevant engineering subject is preferred, but significant experience is equally important
• Understanding of construction industry practices, contracts, and the design and construction process
• Sound knowledge of the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations
  
  

Benefits:

• Paying up to £55,000 per annum
• Hybrid working 1 day per week from home
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Company bonus scheme directly linked to overall company profits
• Opportunity for future progression to Senior Civil Design Engineer
  
  

If you are an experienced Civil Design Engineer with a strong understanding of the power utilities sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in Downham Market.