Principal and/or Senior Civil Engineer

SIEMENS ENERGY LIMITED; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy technology company is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer for their Newcastle upon Tyne office to lead Civil and Building design for electrical transmission projects. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and conducting value engineering to optimize project delivery. Candidates should possess qualifications in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering along with experience in civil design and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Company share scheme

Employee discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in civil and structural design with architectural knowledge.
• Proficiency in earthworks design for highway works.
• Ability to utilise computational design software.
• Expertise in reviewing calculations for economic design.
• Knowledge of consenting processes and planning conditions.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary works.
• Familiarity with fire design.
• Good communication skills and relevant engineering qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead Civil and Building design elements of transmission projects.
• Support procurement and construction teams.
• Conduct value engineering to optimise project delivery.
• Perform design governance checks.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Interface with other design and construction disciplines.
• Chair design review meetings.
• Draft Scope of Services documents.
• Undertake site visits to resolve construction issues.
• Manage change control processes.

Skills

Civil and structural design

Earthworks design and specification for highway works

Utilisation of computational frame design software

Reviewing calculations

Knowledge of consenting processes and planning conditions

Understanding of M&E design concepts

Fire design knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Qualification in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

As a Senior Civil Engineer in our Transmission business, your day is filled with dynamic and impactful activities that drive the success of electrical transmission infrastructure projects. You start your day by reviewing design plans and ensuring they align with project specifications and regulatory standards. Collaboration is key, so you engage with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers, architects, and construction managers, to integrate civil and structural elements seamlessly into the overall project design. Throughout the day, you lead technical discussions and design review meetings, where you provide valuable insights and guidance to ensure that all design outputs meet the highest quality standards. You take a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving, whether it’s conducting site visits to identify potential constraints or using computational design software to refine structural plans. Your role also involves managing the flow of design information and documentation, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to accurate and up-to‑date information. You liaise with consultants and contractors, providing clear instructions and managing timescales to keep the project on track. As a leader in value engineering, you continuously seek opportunities to optimise cost, schedule, quality, and constructability, ensuring that the project delivers maximum value. In addition to technical responsibilities, you play a crucial role in change management, assessing contractor value proposals and communicating the implications of design changes to all parties involved. Your day is a blend of strategic planning, technical expertise, and collaborative teamwork, all aimed at delivering successful and innovative infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Civil and Building design elements of electrical transmission infrastructure projects.
• Support procurement and construction teams to deliver projects technically.
• Conduct value engineering to optimise cost, schedule, quality and constructability.
• Perform design governance checks and manage the flow of design information.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, standards and legislation.
• Interface and coordinate with other design and construction disciplines.
• Chair design review and technical clarification meetings.
• Draft Scope of Services and Works documents.
• Undertake site visits to identify constraints and resolve construction issues.
• Manage change control and communicate implications of design changes.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil and structural design with architectural knowledge.
• Proficiency in earthworks design and specification for highway works.
• Ability to utilise computational frame design software.
• Expertise in reviewing calculations and ensuring economic design.
• Knowledge of consenting processes and planning conditions.
• Understanding of M&E design concepts and multidisciplinary works.
• Familiarity with fire design and preservation of life and asset protection.
• Working knowledge of British and European codes and Building Regulations.
• Good communication skills and qualification in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.

Company Overview

"We energise society" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow. At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one‑sixth of the world’s electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150‑year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonisation, new technologies and energy transformation.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, pension, company share scheme and employee discounts. We also encourage flexibility and innovation in the workplace, supporting agile working arrangements. Join our diverse and inclusive team where your unique talents and perspectives will be celebrated and contribute to our mission of providing sustainable, reliable and affordable energy to the world.