Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job ID: R0104545
Date Posted: 2025-08-26
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No
Job Description: The HVDC - High Voltage Direct Current technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and is used, among other things, to transmit power over long distances & integrate renewables into the grid with minimal losses, using overhead lines, underground, and submarine cable systems. Please find out more about our world-leading technology at https://www.hitachienergy.com/se/sv/offering/product-and-system/hvdc
Location of the posting will be Glasgow in the United Kingdom. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this opportunity.
Overview
Join Hitachi Energy as a Civil Design Lead and become a key player in our Global Projects team. In this role, you’ll lead and coordinate civil design activities across international projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards. You’ll work with a diverse, global team—requiring strong communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting—and contribute to projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure. Travel will be part of your dynamic and impactful work environment.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and oversee all civil design aspects of assigned projects.
* Ensure compliance with client technical specifications and Hitachi Energy standards.
* Manage the technical procurement process for external civil design services.
* Monitor and control civil design deliverables to meet budget, scope, and schedule.
* Review and validate civil design drawings and documentation.
* Share engineering best practices across projects and disciplines.
* Develop work plans and cost estimates, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
* Support contract managers in handling scope changes, claims, and risk assessments.
* Your leadership will directly influence the success of complex, large-scale industrial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation at every step.
Qualifications
* A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
* At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably on large industrial projects involving full building structures.
* Experience in both EP and EPC project environments is a plus.
* Prior hands-on experience as a Civil Designer is advantageous.
* Familiarity with procurement processes for civil design and construction.
* Proven ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.
* A flexible, open-minded approach and strong interpersonal skills.
* PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
What We Can Offer
* A global, inclusive work environment with opportunities to collaborate across borders.
* The chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
* Professional development and career growth opportunities.
* Competitive compensation and benefits.
* A culture that values safety, integrity, and respect.
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