At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop civil engineering solutions for high voltage infrastructure projects.
- Company: Established electrical infrastructure business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate with experienced engineers on diverse and challenging projects.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in the renewable energy sector.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 3 years' relevant experience.
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £60,000 + Bonus
Working Pattern: Hybrid
We're working with an established electrical infrastructure business specialising in the design, construction & commissioning of HV electrical connections across the UK. With continued growth across the power distribution, renewable energy & grid infrastructure markets, they're looking to appoint a Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of substation & electrical infrastructure projects up to 132kV. This is an opportunity to join an expanding engineering team, taking ownership of civil design packages across a range of technically challenging projects, from initial design through to construction.
The Role
Working alongside electrical design, protection & control, and project delivery teams, you’ll be responsible for developing civil & structural designs that support HV infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include:
- Producing civil engineering designs, layouts & CAD drawings for HV substations, including AIS/GIS installations.
- Designing foundations for transformers, switchgear, gantries & associated electrical equipment.
- Developing cable trench, ducting, drainage, access road & site infrastructure designs.
- Preparing structural calculations, technical specifications & construction documentation.
- Reviewing geotechnical reports & incorporating findings into foundation designs.
- Coordinating with electrical engineers to ensure civil designs align with wider project requirements.
- Supporting construction teams with technical queries, design reviews & site inspections.
- Ensuring designs comply with relevant DNO standards, CDM regulations & industry requirements.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years' experience within civil design, ideally across substations, utilities or power infrastructure.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D or relevant structural design software.
- Understanding of foundation design, structural calculations & geotechnical engineering.
- Experience producing technical drawings & civil design packages.
- Familiarity with DNO/TNO standards & multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Previous experience designing HV substations, particularly across 11kV–132kV infrastructure, would be highly advantageous.
What’s on Offer?
An opportunity to join a growing business operating within one of the UK's most active infrastructure markets, with involvement across a varied portfolio of grid connection & power distribution projects. You'll work closely with experienced engineering teams, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise & take greater ownership of project design delivery.
Civil Design Engineer 132kV employer: CRG TEC
As a Senior Network Engineer at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With competitive benefits including 24 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and funded training opportunities, we are committed to your professional growth while offering the flexibility of remote work one day a week. Located in the vibrant North West, you'll have the chance to tackle complex network challenges while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises employee well-being.
