Junior Civil Design Engineer

UK Power Networks; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Private medical cover

Pension contribution up to 10%

25 days leave

Gym membership

Employee discounts

Season ticket loans

Cycle-to-work and green car schemes

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

UK Power Networks Services is seeking a Civil Engineering graduate to help develop designs for critical infrastructure that powers the UK's electricity network. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, from initial design through construction and commissioning, coordinating with engineers, CAD specialists and quantity surveyors to deliver safe, compliant and cost-effective solutions.

As a graduate, you will contribute to technical and procurement documentation, aid third-party assessments,

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng) or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Autodesk design software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Support civil/structural design from concept to construction and commissioning.
• Collaborate with civil, structural and electrical engineers, CAD specialists and QS to produce safe, compliant designs.
• Contribute to technical/ procurement documentation and client liaison to drive project success.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk

Job description

Location: Heathrow (Office-based, 5 days per week)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 18 November 2026

Build Your Civil Engineering Career with UK Power Networks Services

Are you a Civil Engineering graduate looking to develop your design expertise on critical infrastructure projects? Join UK Power Networks Services and help deliver civil and structural solutions that power the UK's electricity network.

Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team and reporting to the Principal Civil Design Engineer, you'll support projects from initial design through to construction and commissioning. You'll collaborate with civil, structural and electrical engineers, CAD specialists and quantity surveyors to produce safe, compliant and cost-effective designs for electricity network assets.

Along the way, you'll contribute to technical and procurement documentation, support the assessment of third-party works, help reduce risk through effective design, liaise with clients and suppliers, and explore new engineering solutions that drive innovation and project success.

What We're Looking For

You’ll have a degree in Civil Engineering, strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and an understanding of Autodesk design software.

Experience within the utilities sector and knowledge of reinforced concrete, structural steelwork, drainage, roadworks, cable routes and building services would be advantageous.

What's in It for You?

• competitive salary and bonus
• private medical cover
• up to 10% employer pension contribution
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• discounted gym membership
• employee discounts
• season ticket loans
• cycle-to-work and green car schemes
• a range of wellbeing and support programmes

Please note: This role is based at our Heathrow office and requires attendance five days per week.