Graduate Civil​/Structural Design Engineer

Green Cat Renewables Job Advertisement – Graduate Civil/Structural Design Engineer

Location:

Edinburgh

Green Cat Renewables (GCR) is a dynamic, innovative company that provides the complete range of technical services required to deliver renewable energy projects. The team of over 60 Engineers and Environmental Consultants deliver projects on behalf of Clients from three offices in Edinburgh, Livingston and Biggar. GCR also works closely with its four sister companies Green Cat Hydrogen and Green Cat Contracting based in the UK, Green Cat Renewables Europe based in the Netherlands, and Green Cat Renewables Canada.

Through the Engineering Department, the company provides Engineering Consultancy and Project Management services to Clients. This includes planning condition discharge; civil and electrical design; hydrology and energy yield analysis; procurement; project finance technical assistance; contract preparation, negotiation and management; site supervision; civil, mechanical and electrical inspections; and other requirements relating to the design and construction of wind, hydrogen, solar, storage and hybrid projects.

Green Cat Renewables requires a Graduate Civil Engineer to join the Engineering team in Edinburgh and be part of the delivery team for a range of renewable energy projects.

As part of the Engineering design team, you will be working on the civil and structural design of exciting renewables developments across all renewable technologies from project inception all the way to completion. Under supervision, your roles and responsibilities might include:

• Development of design to enable the construction of renewables developments including:
• Civils design – roads, hard standing’s and earthworks in challenging locations.
• Structures design – wind turbine foundations, substations, hydrogen production buildings, services bridges and retaining structures.
• Development of design reports, drawings and specifications.
• Assessment of site access feasibility for large components.
• Site supervision of civil contractors.
• Assist with reporting on project progress, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Liaise internally with project team/manager and ensure all corporate policies and quality management systems are fully adhered to.
• Assist with undertaking the Designer’s role in accordance with the CDM regulations.

As a graduate civil/structural design engineer, you can bring the following:

• A proactive drive and eagerness to develop in your role by applying curiosity, questioning assumptions, and pushing yourself to find new solutions within a collaborative and supportive team.
• Civil Engineering Degree (Meng hons or similar).
• Motivation to professional accreditation (with the ICE, iStruct
  
  E or similar).
• Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• AutoCAD, Revit or similar experience, with a desire to develop skills through project delivery.
• An interest and experience with Finite Element (FE) software an advantage.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within and outwith UK if required.
• Valid Driving Licence for use within UK.
• Private Medical Healthcare
• 25 Days annual leave and 8 flexible bank holidays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Professional development opportunities and support.
• Professional fees paid for by the company.
• Company social events and team building days.
• On-site parking with EV charging points available to staff.
• Flexible working opportunities

To apply please send a full CV and covering letter to