Principal Civil Engineer – Renewables & Transmission & Distribution
Core
Lead civil engineer for sustainable energy infrastructure projects including renewables, transmission, and distribution.
Role type
Principal Civil Engineer (Energy Infrastructure)
Builds
Onshore wind, Solar PV, Hydroelectric, Grid infrastructure (Substation, Overhead Line), and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Domain
Energy Transition, Civil Engineering, Electrical Transmission & Distribution
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Civil/Structural design, Feasibility studies, Multi-disciplinary team coordination, UK standards compliance (BS EN, Eurocodes, CDM), Report writing, Site inspection, Project management, Mentorship
Preferred skills
Chartered status (ICE or equivalent), Energy Transition project delivery, UK T&D (11KV-400KV), National Grid Technical Specifications (NGTS) or CDAE status
Technologies
BS EN codes, Eurocodes, CDM Regulations, NGTS, CDAE
Responsibilities
Act as lead verifier on technical feasibility and design reports, Liaise with clients and manage project delivery within timescales and budgets, Coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams, Lead design of civil infrastructure (roads, drainage, structural, external works), Prepare and review calculations and design drawings, Conduct site inspections and respond to technical queries, Produce high-quality reports and mentor junior staff
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities