Freelance Partnership Opportunity Civil Engineer

Skyray; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An energy engineering consulting firm is looking for a freelance Civil Engineer in the UK to provide technical support for solar PV development projects. The role involves conducting site visits, preparing reports, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Understanding UK regulations and availability for site travel are essential. This position will offer a flexible contract based on project needs.

Qualifications

• 3 years of civil engineering experience related to site design, land development.
• Availability for site travel across the UK.
• Proven ability to perform design assessments and technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits for utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK.
• Prepare site visit reports with assessments and recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance to internal engineering teams.

Skills

Civil engineering experience related to site design

Analytical and reporting skills

Understanding of UK standards and regulations

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Skyray : who are we?

Skyray is a European Owners engineer and technical adviser organisation specializing in the design, engineering and construction of large-scale photovoltaic and energy storage projects. A subsidiary of the Everoze Group, we are based in Lyon, Milan, Lisbon, and Bristol. We support our clients on photovoltaic and BESS projects, from design to commissioning. Our mission : to accelerate the energy transition through innovation, rigor, and passion.

Job requirements

Location : United Kingdom (regular site visits required)

Contract Type : Freelance / Part-time depending on project needs

Sector : Engineering & Construction

Daily rate : depending on experience, expertise, profile, type of mission

Start date : as soon as possible. Mission frequency and duration will depending on project timelines and your availability.

About the Role

We are looking to partner with a UK-based freelance Civil Engineer to provide technical support to our engineering team as part of large-scale photovoltaic (solar PV) development projects.

The role will involve participating in site assessments and design reviews (from early stage through to construction documents) for several projects across the UK.

Key responsibilities

Conduct site visits for utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK.

Prepare site visit reports , including :

• Soil assessment and ground condition analysis,
• Recommendations for foundation adaptation for solar structures (fixed-tilt, trackers, etc.).
• Conduct regular inspections of construction sites, structures, access roads, and the general condition of the site.
• Produce clear, structured site visit reports with recommendations and actions.
• Assess ground conditions or foundation needs from a civil / geo perspective.

Carry out design reviews and preliminary civil / structural assessments.

Provide technical guidance and support to internal engineering teams (electrical engineers, design engineers, project managers) and Work closely with project managers

Required Profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with 3 years of civil engineering experience related to site design, land development and land use permitting
• Based in the United Kingdom with availability for site travel.
• Understanding of UK standards and regulations .
• Proven ability to perform preliminary design assessments and technical design reviews.
• Analytical and reporting skills.
• 1 - 3 years of civil engineering experience related to site design, land development and land use permitting

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in the solar PV sector .
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering related to structural foundations.
• Background in utility-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in civil or geotechnical works (foundations design, drainage, ground conditions)

How to Apply

Submit your CV, your availability, & propose your daily rate to : [e-mail]