Civil Engineer

NRL; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead onshore wind farm civil design across feasibility through construction in the Netherlands. You will shape infrastructure delivery, oversee roads, foundations, crane hardstands, and drainage, and mentor junior engineers.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in civil engineering with onshore wind, Chartered Engineer status or working toward chartership, and eligible to work in Europe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• CEng or working towards chartership.
• 10+ years experience in civil engineering with strong expertise in onshore wind.
• Proven experience in design and delivery of wind farm infrastructure.
• Eligibility to work in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for onshore wind farm projects from feasibility to construction.
• Oversee the design of access roads, wind turbine foundations, crane hardstands, substations, and site drainage systems.
• Review ground investigation reports and integrate geotechnical findings into design solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical and environmental specialists.
• Support construction through inspections, managing design changes, and reviewing contractor submissions.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and civil engineering deliverables.

Skills

Civil engineering

Onshore wind

Wind farm design

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

CEng or chartership in progress

Job description

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer - Onshore Wind

Summary: Join an exciting renewable energy project in the Netherlands as a Senior Civil Engineer. This role is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in onshore wind and a strong background in design and delivery of wind farm infrastructure. You'll play a key role in shaping sustainable energy solutions across major projects.

Location: Netherlands - On-site. Applicants must have the right to work in Europe. UK citizens with appropriate work eligibility will be considered.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading organisation within the renewable energy sector, delivering innovative and sustainable onshore wind projects throughout Europe.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for onshore wind farm projects from feasibility to construction.
• Oversee the design of access roads, wind turbine foundations, crane hardstands, substations, and site drainage systems.
• Review ground investigation reports and integrate geotechnical findings into design solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical and environmental specialists.
• Support construction through inspections, managing design changes, and reviewing contractor submissions.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and civil engineering deliverables.

Must-have Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
• 10+ years experience in civil engineering with strong expertise in onshore wind projects.
• Proven experience in design and delivery of wind farm infrastructure.
• Eligibility to work in Europe.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience liaising with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Knowledge of planning applications and environmental compliance.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support.