Senior Technician - Renewable Infrastructure

RPS Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy solutions seeks a Senior Technician to support project development in Scotland. This role involves producing engineering drawings, managing project designs, and collaborating with clients to ensure project success. Join a team dedicated to creating sustainable solutions and advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous learning and development

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience as a Junior Technician or equivalent.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and other relevant software.
• Ability to produce high-quality engineering drawings and reports.

Responsibilities

• Support design phases for renewable energy projects, including infrastructure access design.
• Conduct site assessments and develop sustainable drainage designs.
• Prepare tender submission packages and assist in client communications.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil Engineering Knowledge

Technical Reporting

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;
• Sitelayout 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 urban sites including consultation and authorisation with statutory consultees;
• Public highway design concepts or detailed design including geometry, drainage, signs, markings, swept-path analysis, considering pavement design, and development of construction details for modifications related to electrical component delivery, including road authority consultation and consent;
• Assist in preparing tender submission packages including multidisciplinary 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. Collaborate with the project team, contractor, or developer clients to develop knowledge of project hazards, risks, and mitigation;
• Act as the point of contact for clients for selected work packages and join project meetings when needed;
• Implement relevant project management quality processes;
• Maintain awareness of and support financial targets related to personal utilization;
• Seek guidance and feedback from colleagues while owning work tasks to ensure timely and accurate completion;
• Develop capability to present, discuss, and develop own technical work for checking and approval;
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings.

Qualifications:

• HND or HNC in Civil Engineering or similar qualification;
• BTEC (or equivalent) Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering or related 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 resource-scarce and urbanising world. Our people are our success. We need passionate individuals who want to solve important problems, and we support your growth every step of the way. We’re an accredited training provider, offering professional qualifications at all levels, and we support continuous learning and development.

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

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone’s contribution is recognized. Join a diverse community and a company that prioritizes wellbeing.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options, to suit your needs.

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

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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We aim to embed diversity and inclusion in all our processes to reflect the communities and clients we serve, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent for the future.