Project Engineer - Renewable Infrastructure

RPS Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy projects is seeking a Project Civil Engineer in Edinburgh. This role involves overseeing design packages for infrastructure projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to diversity and well-being, this position offers a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing prioritization

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in consulting engineering.
• Leadership in design team delivering civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience in onshore and offshore wind energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design packages for renewable energy projects.
• Manage health, safety, and environmental risks.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering design projects.

Skills

Civil infrastructure design

Modeling and analysis

Sustainable drainage design

Client relationship management

Health, safety, and environmental management

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Graduate membership with ICE

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D software

Job description

We’re proud to have secured several project wins during 2023 as we provide sustainable solutions to our clients’ aspirations. With growing project deliverables and a strong growth strategy for Scotland, we currently have an opportunity for a Project Civil Engineer (Renewables Energy Infrastructure) to join our team in Edinburgh.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead the production of design packages for concept, tender, and detailed phases of renewable energy projects relating to:

• Wind, transmission or other renewable energy project infrastructure and access design considering buildability, electrical component standards, and environmental constraints
• Bridge and retaining structure geometry considering structural form and flooding levels, and coordination of structural design
• Catchment assessments, culvert hydraulic design including CAR authorization
• Develop sustainable drainage concepts and details consulting with EA or SEPA where necessary
• Public highway improvement concepts and detailed design for electrical component delivery, including road authority consultation and road construction consent submission
• Coordination with other discipline leads for geotechnical and structural design strands to assist in the provision of RPS’ core multidisciplinary design services covering site investigation, geotechnical assessment of turbine foundations, material reusability, turbine foundation design, bridge design, control building design, and construction monitoring and quality assurance
• Management of appropriate multidisciplinary engineering design projects or packages, acting as the client’s key contact
• From design concept to detailed stage, actively manage health, safety, and environmental hazards. Work with the project team, contractor, or developer clients to develop knowledge of project hazards, risks, and mitigation strategies. Effectively communicate residual risks and record significant decisions
• Implement project management framework procedures, with experience of HSQE principles, statutory requirements, and guidance

Experience:

• Relevant postgraduate experience working within a consulting engineering practice or similar organization
• Experience as a member or leader of a design team delivering civil infrastructure packages and coordinating multidisciplinary civil design for contractor and developer clients
• Experience with onshore wind, offshore wind land-based works, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of environmental/engineering design procedures and construction processes
• Understanding of work-winning principles and client relationship management
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant software

Technical Attributes:

• Civil infrastructure design expertise in own area and team responsibilities
• Modeling and analysis using Civils 3D software
• Experience in geometrical and sustainable drainage design
• Proficiency with pipe network, attenuation, and culvert modeling software
• Knowledge of construction materials and on-site testing
• Experience applying DMRB and local road standards for access solutions
• Ability to produce engineering drawings, technical reports, and calculations

Qualifications:

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or similar
• Graduate membership with ICE or similar is desirable, with ongoing development towards ICE objectives

What’s in it for you?

We support learning and development, offering a personal development plan and career pathway. We value diversity, promote flexible working, and prioritize wellbeing. Join us to build a meaningful career where you’re part of the solution.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech company:

RPS became a Tetra Tech company on 24 January 2023. With over 28,000 employees worldwide, Tetra Tech offers global consulting and engineering services. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating shared value through our projects.

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