Civil Design Engineer in Glasgow

Energy Jobline CVL; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

First People Solutions in Glasgow is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join our growing team. You will design civil works for major projects, produce drawings and reports, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient solutions.

The role offers opportunities to review calculations, support junior engineers, and contribute to best practice in a stable consultancy environment with a focus on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• 3-5 years' experience in a UK engineering design consultancy.
• Strong understanding of drainage design.
• Experience with earthworks and externals works is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD or similar software.
• Good knowledge of design standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Designing civil works for large projects (drainage, earthworks, external works).
• Producing drawings, specs, and reports to a high standard.
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient solutions.
• Reviewing calculations and subcontractor designs for quality and compliance.
• Supporting junior engineers and contributing to best practice.

Skills

Design experience

Reviewing calculations

Team collaboration

Quality assurance

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Civil Design Engineer

Glasgow

First People Solutions is working with a leading consulting engineer, recognised for delivering major design and innovative engineering solutions within complex, high-hazard environments. They operate across sectors such as Power, Life Sciences, Defence, and Aviation. They're now seeking a Civil Engineer to join their growing team in Glasgow.

You will be involved in a range of interesting and challenging projects, offering the kind of technical challenges you don't find at a standard firm. Beyond the projects, they have a reputation for stability and a culture of belonging.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing civil works for large projects (drainage, earthworks, external works)
• Producing drawings, specs, and reports to a high standard
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient solutions
• Reviewing calculations and subcontractor designs for quality and compliance
• Supporting junior engineers and contributing to best practice

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• 3-5 years' experience working in a UK engineering design consultancy
• Strong understanding and experience in drainage design
• Experience with earthworks and externals works would be an advantage
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD or similar software
• Good knowledge of design standards and regulations

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