At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative HV infrastructure projects for renewable energy.
- Company: Specialist engineering firm focused on high voltage power and utilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, matched pension, and enhanced family leave.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career growth and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a growing team making a real impact on the UK's energy future.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with relevant design experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Sheffield 50,000 - 60,000 + Hybrid Working + Matched Pension + Life Assurance + Enhanced Family Leave + Buy/Sell Holidays + 24/7 GP Service + Employee Wellbeing Programme
Are you a Civil or Structural Engineer with experience in utilities, power infrastructure or substation design? Do you want to be part of delivering major HV grid connection projects supporting the UK's renewable energy and infrastructure development?
This company is a specialist engineering and infrastructure delivery organisation operating within the high voltage power and utilities sector. They design and deliver complex electrical infrastructure projects including substations, cable systems and overhead line networks across the UK.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering civil and structural design work across HV/MV/LV infrastructure projects. This will include:
- Substation layouts
- Foundations
- Cable routes
- Drainage systems
- Access roads
- Structural steel designs
You will work closely with electrical engineers, project managers and construction teams to ensure all designs are technically robust, compliant and buildable, supporting projects through the full lifecycle from concept through to construction and commissioning.
The ideal candidate will have experience in civil design within the utilities or energy sector, with strong knowledge of substation or infrastructure projects and an understanding of multidisciplinary engineering coordination. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation offering long-term development, exposure to major infrastructure schemes and the chance to progress within a highly technical environment.
The Role
- Civil and structural design of HV substation and infrastructure projects
- Design of foundations, cable routes, drainage and access systems
- Production of CAD drawings, calculations and technical documentation
- Coordination with electrical and engineering teams
- Support during construction and commissioning phases
- Review of contractor and vendor submissions
- Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and industry standards
The Person
- Civil or Structural Engineering degree
- Experience in utilities, substation or power infrastructure design
- Knowledge of civil design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD, SAP2000 etc.)
- Strong understanding of geotechnical and structural principles
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Civil Engineering & Design Engineer (HV Infrastructure) in Sheffield employer: Rise Technical
Join a forward-thinking engineering and infrastructure delivery organisation in Sheffield, where your expertise in civil and structural design will contribute to the UK's renewable energy initiatives. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, hybrid working options, and comprehensive benefits including matched pension and enhanced family leave, this company fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth and development within a dynamic team environment. Embrace the opportunity to work on major HV grid connection projects while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
