Civil Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Civil Infrastructure Engineer for permanent role. You will collaborate on ambitious projects, lead workstreams from feasibility to design, and develop sustainable drainage strategies. The ideal candidate will have relevant education, chartership aspirations, and proficiency in engineering software. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive training support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid-working

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

25 days plus bank holidays

Structured Chartership support

Excellent pension scheme

Healthcare and life assurance

Tax-free bonuses after 12 months

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' post-grad experience at Assistant Engineer level or 4+ years at Engineer level.
• Chartered or working towards chartership with a relevant institution.
• Must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver projects.
• Leading or supporting workstreams from feasibility to design.
• Developing infrastructure designs and technical planning documents.

Skills

Proficient in Causeway Flow

Proficient in AutoCAD

Knowledge of Sewer Sector Guidance

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Residential development experience

Education

HNC, HND, or degree in Civil Engineering or similar

Tools

Civil 3D

Site 3D

Job description

Overview

Civil Infrastructure Engineer (Permanent) - Edinburgh

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with internal infrastructure teams in Edinburgh and beyond to deliver ambitious projects


• Leading or supporting workstreams from feasibility and masterplanning through to detailed design and construction support


• Developing sustainable drainage strategies, highway infrastructure designs, and technical planning documents (e.g. Drainage Impact Assessments, Surface Water Management Plans)


• Preparing design drawings, reports, calculations, and levels/earthworks appraisals that align with industry standards


• Handling due diligence for land purchases and securing technical approvals for highways and drainage


• Working closely with transport planning, flood risk, air quality, and acoustics specialists to deliver joined-up solutions

Candidate Profile & Requirements

• Educated to HNC, HND, or degree level in Civil Engineering (or similar)


• Typically has 2-3 years\' post-grad experience at Assistant Engineer level or 4+ years at Engineer level


• Chartered or working towards chartership with a relevant institution


• Proficient in Causeway Flow and AutoCAD; familiarity with Civil 3D or Site 3D is a bonus (training available)


• Knowledgeable of Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations


• Experienced (or eager to learn) in residential development infrastructure within a consultancy environment


• Equipped with the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence

What\'s On Offer

• Competitive salary based on years of experience


• Hybrid-working


• Paid overtime or time off in lieu


• 25 days plus bank holidays


• Mentor-supported training and access to structured Chartership support


• Excellent pension scheme, healthcare, and life assurance


• Employee-owned model benefits, including tax-free bonuses (after 12 months)

Ready to take the next step? Apply now by sending your CV to Iain Shanley at Conrad Consulting