Civil Design Engineer – Scotland (Hybrid, Office, Site)
Overview
Freedom Professional Services are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong technical background in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines to lead the civil design of electricity substations across the UK from concept to completion and work in close collaboration with internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental), clients and stakeholders to ensure all requirements are met.
Responsibilities
* Lead the production and review of engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports for masonry buildings, steel portal frames, transformer bunds, drainage systems and roads on projects ranging in construction contract value of £100 K–£20 M.
* Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure effective delivery of projects, providing updates and identifying issues that could risk programme, quality or cost.
* Attend progress meetings at client/contractor offices or construction sites as required.
* Attend design team meetings to ensure the timely flow and release of quality information and that this information corresponds with the scope of works.
* Manage design risks to deliver buildable solutions.
* Provide engineering solutions to site‑based problems through TQ/RFI process.
* Mentor junior team members, providing technical guidance and promoting professional development.
* Takes responsibility for own professional development in line with current best practice, legislative changes and customer requirements.
Qualifications
* Degree in Civil Engineering (or related subject).
* Working towards Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body such as ICE.
* Proven experience in a design environment for construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames and reinforced concrete.
* Experience in client‑facing roles, with ability to manage client relationships effectively.
* Ability to lead delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment.
* Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non‑technical staff and clients.
* Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
Desirable
* Experience within the electricity distribution sector, particularly in substation design and electrical infrastructure.
* Practical experience with AutoCAD, Revit and Civil 3D for civil engineering design.
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Car or Car allowance.
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
* Pension with leading provider and employer contribution.
* Sick Pay.
* Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.
* Private Medical Insurance.
* Free 24/7/365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and wellbeing.
* Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
* Personal development programme.
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