Principal Civil Engineer; Transmission & Distribution

Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)

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• Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients.
• Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant layouts.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, and specifications for foundations, bunds/oil containment, drainage/SuDS, and structural framing, ensuring compliance with Eurocodes and DNO standards.
• Conduct design reviews and risk assessments.
• Ensure adherence to CDM 2015 and Jacobs’ quality processes.
• Manage resources and deliverables within agreed budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with global design centres, sub‑consultants, and suppliers using BIM/CDE platforms (Civil 3D, Revit, Micro Station).
• Support client meetings, technical presentations, and tender submissions.
• Maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to capability development within the civils team.

• A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.
• Experience with in a civil discipline and delivering complex multi‑disciplinary projects for the energy transition industry.
• Experience preparing design calculations, reports, and detailed drawings. CAD (AutoCAD or Micro Station) preferred but not essential.

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. We promote an inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and belonging. As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all listed requirements.