Principal Civil Engineer - Energy
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Role focus: Technical leadership, civil engineering design, project scoping and quality assurance
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership across a varied portfolio of energy infrastructure projects. The role will involve translating client requirements into clear, deliverable engineering scopes, developing practical and commercially aware solutions, and providing technical oversight and quality assurance across project delivery.
The successful candidate will bring a strong civil engineering background and the ability to apply sound engineering judgement to complex, multidisciplinary projects. They will work closely with clients, project leads and specialists across civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical and electrical, environmental and project management disciplines.
This is a technically led position suited to an engineer who enjoys solving problems, supporting delivery teams and building trusted client relationships through the quality of their engineering advice. It is not primarily a business development role, although contributing to repeat business and the growth of the energy-sector portfolio will be important.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership and Engineering Delivery
Provide senior technical leadership for civil engineering elements of energy infrastructure projects, from early-stage feasibility and concept development through detailed design and delivery support.
Review client requirements, site constraints, design information and project objectives to identify appropriate engineering approaches and practical solutions.
Develop, define and review civil engineering scopes of work, including deliverables, assumptions, interfaces, design responsibilities and key technical risks.
Provide technical guidance to engineers and delivery teams, promoting consistent standards, robust design decisions and proportionate, buildable solutions.
Review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and other technical deliverables, ensuring they are fit for purpose and meet agreed quality requirements.
Identify technical gaps, design constraints and opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, constructability and whole-life performance.
Energy Infrastructure Projects
Provide civil engineering input across a range of energy-sector developments, which may include grid-scale substations, overhead transmission and distribution lines, underground cable routes, onshore wind farms, solar farms, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hydrogen infrastructure and carbon capture pipelines. xsabvtc
Consider site layout, levels, earthworks, access roads, drainage, foundations, below-ground services, ground conditions and interfaces with other engineering disciplines, as relevant to each project.
Support the assessment of site constraints and engineering options, helping clients and project teams unders...
Principal Civil Engineer - Energy in Newton employer: ERSG Ltd
As a leading player in the manufacturing sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a culture that values teamwork and open communication. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a supportive atmosphere that empowers our employees to excel in their roles and contribute meaningfully to our success.
