Senior Technician - Renewable Infrastructure

RPS Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in renewables as a Senior Technician, focusing on energy infrastructure projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll be responsible for design support, client liaison, and ensuring project compliance with environmental standards. This role offers a transparent career pathway with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Personal development plan

Accredited training provider

Qualifications

• Experience as a Junior Technician or equivalent.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and relevant software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of design packages for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct assessments and design sustainable drainage solutions.
• Act as the point of contact for clients on selected work packages.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil Engineering principles

Modelling and analysis

Design of drainage systems

Education

HND or HNC in Civil Engineering

BTEC Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering

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 Senior Technician (Renewables Energy Infrastructure) to join our team in Edinburgh.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

Experience:

• Relevant work experience as a Junior Technician or equivalent post;
• Knowledge and competence in the use of AutoCAD and other relevant software packages.

Technical Attributes:

• Creation of engineering drawings using AutoCAD software;
• Modelling and analysis of linear type construction using Civils 3D modelling software;
• Design using pipe network, attenuation system and culvert modelling software;
• Knowledge and ability to apply DMRB and local road standards in order to assess or develop access solutions;
• Ability to produce concise engineering drawings or high-quality presentation drawings, technical reports and calculations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support the production of design packages for concept, tender and detailed design phases of renewable energy projects relating to:
• Wind, transmission or other renewable energy project infrastructure access design considering buildability, electrical component transport standards, environmental constraints, and statutory approvals;
• Siting layout and route options for the concept design for planning approval and environmental impact assessment purposes;
• Bridge and retaining structure geometry considering structural form and flooding levels, coordinating geotechnical and structural design;
• Catchment assessments, culvert hydraulic design including authorisations;
• Sustainable drainage design for rural or urbanized sites, including consultation and authorisation with statutory consultees;
• Public highway design concepts or detailed design, including geometry, drainage, signs, markings, swept-path analysis, pavement design, and development of construction details for temporary or permanent modifications related to electrical component delivery, including road authority consultation and consent;
• Assist in preparing tender submission packages, including multi-disciplinary design statements and presentation drawings;
• Assist with compilation of as-built drawings and records;
• From design concept to detailed stage, be aware of health, safety, and environmental hazards. Work with the project team, contractor, or developer clients to continually develop knowledge of project lifecycle hazards, risks, and mitigation;
• Be the point of contact for our clients for selected work packages and join and contribute to project meetings when needed;
• Implement relevant company project management framework quality processes;
• Maintain awareness and support the attainment of financial targets related to personal utilization;
• Seek guidance and feedback from colleagues when needed while maintaining ownership of work tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion;
• Develop capability to present, discuss, and develop own technical work to assist in checking and approval;
• Participate and contribute to regular team meetings.

Qualifications:

• HND or HNC in Civil Engineering or similar qualification;
• BTEC (equivalent or better) Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering or other recognized discipline, or working towards qualification.

What’s in it for you?

We’re RPS, and our projects are all around you. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanizing, and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion for solving important problems and will be supported every step of the way. Here is where you can build a career.

We’re an accredited training provider—offering qualifications from entry level to master’s degree in leadership & management, executive coaching, & mentoring. We support learning and development for everyone.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway put you in control of your career, with support as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop innovative solutions. We respect one another and recognize everyone’s potential and contribution. You’ll join a diverse community and a company that prioritizes wellbeing.

We understand the need for flexible work arrangements. With hybrid working as standard, we’re happy to discuss flexible options. This is a workplace that works for you.

A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you’re part of the solution.

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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all our processes to make the most of global talent without unnecessary barriers. We aim to be as diverse as the communities and clients we serve, securing, developing, and retaining top talent for our future.

Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything we do. 'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviours, emphasizing respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and recognizing everyone's potential. We believe that learning and growth thrive when everyone is included and valued.

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