Civil/Structural Engineer (Energy)

Quick Facts

• Role: Civil/Structural Engineer (Energy)
• Focus: Civil and structural design for energy infrastructure (power plants, HV substations/HVDC converter stations, HV cable projects)

Description

Civil/structural engineers will perform engineering design across a portfolio of power generation and HV transmission projects, including power plants, HV substations/HVDC interconnector converter stations, and HV cable systems.

Responsibilities include FEED and detailed civil/structural design, drawing preparation for planning and tender packages, specifications, and structural condition assessments for potential reuse.

The role also involves project management, proposal writing, scheme costings, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Advanced structural engineering knowledge, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (Eurocodes, ASCE)
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as SAP2000 or ETABS
• BIM knowledge and ability to apply BIM to improve visualization and coordination
• Ability to independently lead structural engineering projects (timelines, budgets, quality)
• Proposal writing and cost estimation skills (scheme costings)
• Experience leading FEED for structural components
• Strong multidisciplinary coordination skills and ability to resolve design conflicts
• Ability to prepare detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages, compliant with relevant standards
• Ability to assess existing structures for safety and suitability for reuse
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• PE license is advantageous
• Relevant structural engineering experience; energy project experience is advantageous

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement within the team