Senior Civil Engineer – Substations & Energy Networks

Arcadis; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead design activities for UK energy transmission projects, including substation studies and 400kV work. The role involves coordinating with global teams, delivering construction-ready documentation and ensuring adherence to Arcadis' quality, safety and engineering procedures.

You will manage workload across Glasgow and overseas locations, contribute to outline and detailed designs, and mentor junior engineers within the Resilience team.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in civil engineering
• Leading civil and structural design packages for transmission and distribution or similar energy projects
• Working towards chartered membership of a recognised professional body
• Electrical sub-station design experience essential
• Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams, with good communication skills
• Proficient in use of software: InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Revit/Robot, TEDDS, Civil3D, BIM integration

Responsibilities

• Deliver large projects, relating to energy network reinforcement, throughout Scotland
• Client liaison from initial contact through project delivery
• Prepare clear and well-structured design calculations, reports, drawings and other deliverables
• Liaise with CAD technicians and Engineers to determine safe, cost-effective substation design solutions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive, high‑quality design solutions
• Provide technical mentorship to junior team members

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Masters degree in civil engineering

Tools

InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Revit/Robot

TEDDS

Civil3D

BIM integration

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead design activities for UK energy transmission projects, including substation studies and 400kV work. The role involves coordinating with global teams, delivering construction-ready documentation and ensuring adherence to Arcadis' quality, safety and engineering procedures.

You will manage workload across Glasgow and overseas locations, contribute to outline and detailed designs, and mentor junior engineers within the Resilience team.