Engineer - Civil

BakerHicks; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme including gym membership

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Motherwell is looking for a Civil Engineer to work on critical power and energy projects. This role involves designing and specifying civil engineering solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly drainage, and collaborating across engineering disciplines. Candidates should hold a degree in Civil Engineering and have experience in power sector projects, along with proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD. A competitive salary and supportive working environment with hybrid options await the right individual.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in power projects is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of drainage design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Produce accurate designs, drawings, and reports.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams to deliver integrated designs.

Skills

Civil engineering solutions design

Drainage design

Proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD

Communication

Collaboration with engineering teams

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

🔧 Help design the foundations of the UK’s energy future.

At BakerHicks, we’re delivering the civil infrastructure that keeps the UK running – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re on the lookout for a forward-thinking Civil Engineer to join our talented team in Motherwell, working on critical power and energy projects, including substations, grid connections, and renewables – as well as diverse, multi-sector schemes across defence, transport, and industry.

🔍 What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and specifying civil engineering solutions for large‑scale infrastructure projects mostly on drainage
• Producing accurate and detailed designs, drawings, and reports in line with project and regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with structural, mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams to deliver fully integrated, buildable designs.
• Reviewing calculations and third‑party designs to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a culture of technical excellence.

✅ What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in one or more sectors – power project exposure is a strong plus.
• Progressing toward Chartered or Incorporated status with ICE or IStructE.
• Solid knowledge of drainage design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD (or similar) – especially for draughting and layout design.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes, British Standards, CDM regulations, and BIM workflows.
• Confident communicator and collaborative team player.
• Must meet eligibility criteria for security clearance.
• Be part of mission‑critical energy and infrastructure projects.
• Enjoy hybrid working options and a flexible, supportive environment.
• Accelerate your growth with structured development and Chartership support.
• Access a competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your level and aspirations.

Shape infrastructure. Power the future. Make your mark with BakerHicks.

Please be advised that while BakerHicks endeavours to process applications promptly, the upcoming festive season, our annual shutdown, and the planned leave of our hiring teams will delay the review of new applications until January 2026.

Feedback and interviews are expected to commence the week of January 13th, 2026.

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance‑related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.