SCOPE OF ROLE As a Lead Civil Design Engineer, you’ll drive the design and delivery of civil engineering workstreams across EHV substation and utility infrastructure projects. You will oversee concept-to-construction design, lead technical assessments, manage drawings and documentation, and contribute to team development and performance. This role offers direct exposure to DNO frameworks, offshore wind projects, and high-voltage substations (11kV–400kV). HOW YOU’LL SUCCEED 👷 ♂️ Project & Design Leadership • Lead a team of 2–3 engineers and CAD technicians. • Own design deliverables from concept to detailed construction phases. • Ensure project milestones are tracked and met. • Oversee rebar, foundation, building, and fence designs to applicable standards (BS/IEC/IEEE). • Review and approve senior engineer outputs. 📐 Technical Delivery • Produce and verify structural and civil calculations. • Design blast walls, substations, fencing, and auxiliary buildings. • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure integration. • Review vendor/subcontractor designs. • Work across HVAC and HVDC projects including offshore windfarms. 📊 Governance & Reporting • Monitor and report on design progress to Project Managers and the Head of Engineering. • Manage documentation using relevant project systems. • Recommend design solutions and value engineering alternatives. • Participate in project audits and stakeholder reviews. 🌱 Team Development & Collaboration • Conduct yearly appraisals and performance reviews. • Support continuous professional development of direct reports. • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including DNOs. WHAT IT TAKES ✅ Experience & Skills • HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering. • 8+ years of experience in utility and/or power infrastructure design. • Hands-on experience with civil design in transmission and substation environments. • Familiarity with BS, IEC, IEEE standards, and DNO requirements. • Proficient in AutoCAD and civil calculation tools. • Knowledge of rebar, blast wall, building, and fence design. • Ability to work independently on multiple projects with minimal supervision. • Excellent coordination, reporting, and stakeholder management skills. 📍 Location & Flexibility • Hybrid work environment with willingness to travel for site inspections and meetings.