At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the building of Sizewell C with hands-on digital engineering and modelling.
- Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, a collaborative team shaping the UK's energy future.
- Benefits: Market-leading salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values creativity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clean energy for millions while developing your digital skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in 3D/4D modelling software and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future. As part of the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), you will support the building of Sizewell C, a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes.
The purpose of this role is to provide hands-on digital engineering and modelling support to the Digital Engineering Manager, ensuring high quality data driven outputs that enable preconstruction activities such as quantity take-off, visual method statements and 4D.
The Digital Engineer will play a key role in producing, maintaining, and federating 3D models using a combination of different software – primarily Tekla structures, supporting the Engineering, Planning, and Site teams throughout the project lifecycle.
The role includes developing the way we will work to deliver digital information, embedding any specific standards, methods and procedures required by the client.
What are we looking for?
- Use of 3D and 4D modeling software in construction
- Model authoring to a predefined specification within different grid reference systems
- Model federation and model quality checking (clash detection, model properties)
- Model property data management and schedule extraction
- Familiarisation with the Design review process, 3D issue management
- Understanding of COBie assets requirements
- Delivery of Graphical (models/drawings) and Non-Graphical (data) in line with a BIM Execution Plan and other associated documents
- Working within a Common Data Environment
- Experience of working collaboratively in either a consultant or contractor environment
- Proficiency in IT systems and Microsoft Office 365 tools
- Good communication and ability to form effective relationships with the project team, supply chain partners and clients under time pressure
- Demonstrable track record of delivering a high quality product to tight deadlines
- Primary software skills in model authoring relative to Project Requirements
- Can demonstrate strong technical ability with the use of Digital software applications, 4D and 5D modelling experience beneficial
- Keen to learn, develop and support members of the digital team and wider project team on digital upskilling, including supply chain
- Proactively working towards technical membership or professional qualification
- Valid CSCS card is considered beneficial
Qualifications & Experience
- NVQ Level 3 and/or 3-5 years industry previous experience in a similar role
- Understanding UK BIM Level 2 Standards and Protocols, contracts and documentation with an eye for detail
- Understanding of the principles of ISO 19650
- Some understanding of Design, Construction, Surveying and Asset Management
- Experience with modelling in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Tekla Structures and other equivalent applications
- Synchro Software experience or equivalent
- Solibri experience or equivalent is not essential but considered beneficial
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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Digital Engineer employer: CWA
Joining the Civil Works Alliance as a Digital Engineer offers you the chance to contribute to the groundbreaking Sizewell C project, which is pivotal in shaping the UK's low-carbon energy future. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, our work culture fosters personal and professional growth, supported by industry-leading benefits such as competitive salaries, generous leave, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Here, you will not only enhance your technical skills but also be part of a team that values your input and encourages you to thrive in a dynamic environment.
