UK Power Networks
Civil Design Engineer
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Civil Design Engineer – Capital Programme
Location: Bidder Street, London (near Canning Town) | Salary: £68,144 plus Inner London Allowance and 3% bonus | Contract: Permanent | Closing date: 20 September 2026
Join UK Power Networks as a Civil Design Engineer within our Capital Programme team. Reporting to the LPN Design Lead, you will turn project scopes into safe, practical and cost-effective civil and structural designs that meet customer expectations for time, quality and budget.
You will produce civil and structural designs for APP and Connections schemes, including contestable and non-contestable works, in line with UK Power Networks standards, relevant Codes of Practice, legislation and CDM Regulations. Working closely with Project Managers, electrical designers, PDC, operational teams, planners, estimators and CAD colleagues, you will support a smooth journey from initial enquiry through design, construction, final connection and business closure.
Your duties will include:
- Preparing project costings
- Producing construction-ready drawings and designs
- Resolving civil engineering issues
- Overseeing and contributing to technical, commercial and contractual procurement documents
- Ensuring compliance with design assurance and audit processes
- Identifying and reducing design hazards
- Providing clear information to clients, the CDM team, designers and contractors
- Fulfilling the role of Principal Designer on allocated schemes
- Delivering excellent customer service
- Collaborating across UK Power Networks
- Supporting and mentoring trainee and graduate engineers
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You will hold a BSc in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification and bring a civil or structural engineering background, ideally gained within utilities. You will have experience of roadworks, drainage and external works, reinforced concrete foundations and structures, structural steelwork, brick and block cavity walls, and roofing. You will understand CDM Regulations, demonstrate a strong safety culture and IOSH training, and be confident representing UK Power Networks with customers, stakeholders and external engineering organisations.
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You will be able to work independently, set and meet targets, find innovative cost-saving solutions and communicate effectively with colleagues and the CAD team. Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint are essential.
Although largely desk based, the role includes visits to operational and construction sites, site and manufacturer meetings, and internal design reviews. You will be expected to understand and apply the controls needed to manage health, safety and environmental risks throughout your work.
Apply by 20 September 2026 and don’t miss out.
If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at careers@ukpowernetworks.co.uk quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
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