Solar Farm Civil Engineer

Astute People; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a Civil Engineer for a home-based position in the UK. The role involves delivering civil designs for solar PV projects and includes responsibilities such as site assessments, managing technical specifications, and ensuring compliance with standards. A competitive salary between £45,000-£60,000 along with benefits like healthcare, pension contributions, and bonuses make this an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about renewable energy.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus up to 12.5%

Employer-matched pension contributions up to 6%

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Experience in renewable energy or similar engineering environments.
• Ability to interpret geotechnical and hydrological reports.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and structural designs for solar PV and battery storage.
• Assess site conditions for foundations and drainage solutions.
• Coordinate civil design with internal engineering teams.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Good knowledge of UK engineering standards

Experience in civil and foundation design

Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Clear communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Tedds

Tekla Structural Designer

Job description

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a leading international solar and energy storage EPC contractor committed to delivering sustainable infrastructure across Europe to recruit a Civil Engineer for a UK home-based position.

This strategically important Civil Engineer role offers a salary between £45,000-£60,000, a performance-related bonus, private healthcare, pension contributions, and flexible home working.

If you're a Civil Engineer looking to play a key role in the delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects within an organisation that champions collaboration, technical excellence, and the energy transition, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Civil Engineer role

• Deliver civil and structural designs for utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage projects from early design through to construction
• Assess site conditions and determine appropriate solutions for foundations, piling, earthworks, drainage, and access infrastructure
• Review and interpret technical specifications, employer's requirements, and engineering drawings
• Evaluate site surveys and third-party reports, including geotechnical, flood risk, topographical, and hydrological studies
• Define scopes of work and technical requirements for civil subcontractors and external consultants
• Ensure all civil works comply with relevant standards, CDM regulations, and internal QHSE policies
• Coordinate civil design inputs with internal engineering disciplines and project teams
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, resolving design and site-related issues
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for civil engineering matters with external partners and consultants
• Review and approve civil and structural designs and engineering reports produced by third parties

Professional qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's desirable)
• Experience in renewables, utilities, infrastructure, or a similar engineering environment
• Good knowledge of UK and international engineering standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Tekla Tedds and Tekla Structural Designer advantageous
• Experience in civil and foundation design, including piling and earthworks
• Ability to interpret geotechnical, topographical, hydrological, and flood risk reports
• Knowledge of drainage design and surface water management (SuDS desirable)
• Familiarity with solar PV and battery energy storage projects (desirable)
• Understanding of CDM regulations (desirable)

Personal skills

The Civil Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Passionate about decarbonisation and renewable energy infrastructure
• Comfortable working across multiple projects, locations, and stakeholders
• Analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Able to operate effectively in environments with evolving design requirements
• A clear communicator, confident engaging with internal teams, contractors, and clients
• Well-organised with a structured approach to engineering delivery
• Collaborative, proactive, and professionally minded

Salary and benefits of the Civil Engineer role

• Basic salary between £45,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 12.5%
• Employer-matched pension contributions up to 6%
• Comprehensive private medical insurance (family cover available at additional cost)
• Life assurance at 4x annual salary
• 33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible, home-based working within the UK INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.