Senior Civil Design Engineer – Grid & Substations (Hybrid)

Turner Lovell; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering design consultant in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead civil designs for energy projects, including grid connections and substations. This role requires a degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 2 years' experience in utilities or similar infrastructures. Responsibilities include developing designs and specifications, collaborating with other teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers hybrid or remote working flexibility and an opportunity to work on major UK energy projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience in power, utilities, substations, grid connections or similar infrastructure.
• Experience in civil design for substation compounds, cable routes, foundations, drainage and access infrastructure.
• Good understanding of project lifecycles and interface between design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil design for substations (11-132kV), grid connections, OHL interfaces and underground cable routes.
• Develop drawings, calculations and specifications for foundations, control buildings, and drainage.
• Manage design risks and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards.

Skills

Civil design expertise

Heavy utilities experience

Teamworking skills

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Civil 3D

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

A growing engineering design consultant in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead civil designs for energy projects, including grid connections and substations. This role requires a degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 2 years' experience in utilities or similar infrastructures. Responsibilities include developing designs and specifications, collaborating with other teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers hybrid or remote working flexibility and an opportunity to work on major UK energy projects.