Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Initial 3‑month Fixed Term Contract with possibility for long term extension
Salary: up to £65K pro-rata
An innovative and fast-growing EV infrastructure business is seeking a Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer to take ownership of the civil and site design for high‑power EV charging installations.
This is a hands‑on engineering role where you’ll lead civil design activity across multiple EV charging projects — from early feasibility through to construction — working closely with utilities, contractors, and internal engineering teams.
If you enjoy technically challenging infrastructure work and want to be involved in the rollout of large-scale EV charging across the UK, this role offers real impact and responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the civil design for EV charging sites, including:
* Cable ducting and trenching networks
* Equipment and charger foundations
* Access roads, hardstanding and equipment bases
* Groundworks and drainage considerations
* Develop site layouts for high-power EV chargers and associated infrastructure
* Produce and review detailed civil drawings such as:
* Duct routing layouts
* Trench cross-sections
* Foundation and construction details
Utility & Electrical Coordination
* Liaise with DNOs, IDNOs and ICPs to support LV/HV connections from Point of Connection through to site infrastructure
* Coordinate civil aspects of electrical infrastructure delivery
Site Feasibility & Assessment
* Conduct or manage site surveys and feasibility studies
* Assess ground conditions, access constraints and constructability
Project Delivery & Technical Oversight
o Lead design reviews and value engineering to optimise cost and buildability
o Support method statements, risk assessments and construction documentation
o Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams through installation and commissioning
o Interface with customers where required to deliver a practical, compliant solution
Required Experience & Qualifications
o Degree in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or similar
o Experience with utilities, cable ducting, trenching or similar civil works
o Experience working with utility providers and infrastructure stakeholders
o Ability to work independently and manage multiple design workstreams
o Experience within EV charging, energy, utilities, highways or renewables
o Exposure to DNOs, IDNOs or ICP frameworks
o Knowledge of high-power electrical infrastructure
o Experience using Autodesk Inventor
Key Skills & Attributes
o Strong technical civil engineering capability
o Practical, solutions‑focused approach to design
o High‑quality CAD and technical detailing skills
o Confident stakeholder communicator
o Able to manage multiple projects concurrently
Working Arrangements
o Hybrid role combining office, home and site‑based work
o Travel to EV infrastructure sites as required
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