Civil Design Engineer

Mitie; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Civil Design Engineer to lead the design of civil infrastructure for electrical projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in civil design, is proficient in AutoCAD, and possesses strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and contribute to high-quality, compliant solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil design experience, ideally in electrical infrastructure.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Mentoring skills for junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of civil infrastructure for electrical projects.
• Prepare specifications and structural calculations.
• Support construction teams with design interpretation.

Skills

Civil design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

3D modelling experience

Self-driven

Education

Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla TEDDS

Civils 3D

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Civil Design Engineer, where you'll lead the design of civil infrastructure for electrical projects (11kV–132kV). From tender support to detailed design and construction handover, you'll ensure high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective solutions. This role also involves mentoring, collaboration with contractors, and contributing to business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide civil design input and produce preliminary drawings for foundations, bunds, and bases.
• Interpret ground investigation reports and remediation needs.
• Deliver civil designs for equipment foundations, drainage, earthworks, fencing, and site layouts.
• Prepare specifications, structural calculations, and temporary works drawings.
• Upload contestable designs to DNO portals and manage feedback.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and structural engineers.
• Review and check designs by others.
• Support construction teams with design interpretation.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

Requirements

• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of civil design experience, ideally in electrical infrastructure.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; 3D modelling experience is a plus.
• Experience using Tekla TEDDS software.
• Use of Civils 3D to produce cut & fill/ earthworks drawings (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and client-facing confidence.
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Facilities Services