Civil Design Lead

Hitachi Rail; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Civil Design Lead to guide civil design activities in international projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and over 5 years of experience in industrial projects. This role requires strong communication skills and a focus on innovation in energy infrastructure. Opportunities for professional growth and a competitive compensation package are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering, ideally with large industrial projects.
• Hands-on experience as a Civil Designer is preferred.
• Familiar with procurement processes for civil design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design activities for international projects.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications.
• Manage procurement process for civil design services.
• Monitor civil design deliverables for budget and schedule.
• Review civil design drawings and documentation.

Skills

Civil engineering expertise

Coordination across disciplines

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Description

The HVDC - High Voltage Direct Current technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and is used, among other things, to transmit power over long distances & integrate renewables into the grid with minimal losses, using overhead lines, underground, and submarine cable systems. Please find out more about our world-leading technology at

Location of the posting will be Glasgow in the United Kingdom. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this opportunity.

Join Hitachi Energy as a Civil Design Lead and become a key player in our Global Projects team. In this role, you’ll lead and coordinate civil design activities across international projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards. You’ll work with a diverse, global team—requiring strong communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting—and contribute to projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure. Travel will be part of your dynamic and impactful work environment.

How You Can Make an Impact

• Coordinate and oversee all civil design aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with client technical specifications and Hitachi Energy standards.
• Manage the technical procurement process for external civil design services.
• Monitor and control civil design deliverables to meet budget, scope, and schedule.
• Review and validate civil design drawings and documentation.
• Share engineering best practices across projects and disciplines.
• Develop work plans and cost estimates, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Support contract managers in handling scope changes, claims, and risk assessments.
• Your leadership will directly influence the success of complex, large‑scale industrial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation at every step.

Your Background

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably on large industrial projects involving full building structures.
• Experience in both EP and EPC project environments is a plus.
• Prior hands‑on experience as a Civil Designer is advantageous.
• Familiarity with procurement processes for civil design and construction.
• Proven ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.
• A flexible, open‑minded approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

What We Can Offer

• At Hitachi Energy, you’ll be part of a forward‑thinking company that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
• The chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A culture that values safety, integrity, and respect.

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