Why this Role
BakerHicks is supporting the transformation of the UK’s electricity network, delivering infrastructure critical to energy security, resilience, and the transition to net zero. As investment in renewable generation and transmission reinforcement accelerates, we continue to expand our Transmission & Distribution capability.
We are seeking an OHL Design Engineer – Civil & Structural to support the design and delivery of overhead transmission line projects across the UK. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a civil or structural engineer to develop specialist expertise within a high‑demand, future‑focused engineering discipline, working on nationally significant infrastructure programmes.
You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and contribute across the full project lifecycle, from early concept through to detailed design. Structured training, mentoring from experienced overhead line specialists, and clear development pathways will support your continued growth at BakerHicks.
About You
You are a technically capable engineer with a strong civil or structural engineering background and a clear interest in developing a career within the energy and power sector. You bring sound engineering judgement, a delivery‑focused mindset, and the ability to work effectively across multiple projects and stakeholders in a regulated environment.
You will be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering and motivated to pursue professional development, including chartership.
Key Purpose
1. Support the design of new and refurbished overhead transmission lines (11kV–400kV) across the UK.
2. Apply civil and structural engineering principles to overhead line structures, foundations, loading behaviour, conductor engineering, and electrical clearances.
3. Contribute to concept, FEED, and detailed design stages, including route development, structure selection, and technical reporting.
4. Ensure compliance with UK energy network standards, regulatory requirements, and relevant engineering codes.
5. Produce and review drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
6. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality design outputs.
7. Support the development of junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the Transmission & Distribution team.
8. Play an active role in delivering infrastructure critical to the UK’s energy security and decarbonisation objectives.
Experience & Skills Required
Essential:
9. Experience in civil, structural, geotechnical, rail, utilities, or wider infrastructure engineering.
10. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to produce and check engineering calculations.
11. Experience delivering technical documentation, drawings, and design outputs.
12. Ability to manage tasks across multiple projects while meeting programme, quality, and budget requirements.
13. Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
14. A structured, proactive approach to learning and technical development.
15. Interest in developing specialist skills within the overhead line and power transmission sector.
Desirables:
16. Experience using CAD platforms such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
17. Design experience relating to foundations, steel structures, or load‑bearing systems.
18. Exposure to utilities, transmission and distribution, or power‑related projects.
19. Experience working within regulated or safety‑critical engineering environments.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.
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About BakerHicks
We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see:.
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Benefits
Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.
What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:
20. Company car or cash allowance
21. Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
22. Life assurance scheme
23. 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
24. Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
25. Flexible/hybrid working
26. Family friendly policies
27. Employee assistance
28. Professional development
BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.
BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.
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