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Civil Engineer
Civil Engineer – Join RES to Power for Good
We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company. We're guided by a simple yet powerful vision: to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero-carbon energy.
We know our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best to help us. Our workforce drives our success.
Why work with us?
- Impactful work that makes a real difference.
- Opportunities to learn from inspiring colleagues across a global network.
- Personal and professional growth at every career stage.
- A competitive benefits package.
The Position
The Civil Engineer provides cross-market engineering support to the RES Group, with a focus on maximising value, reducing cost and managing risk. This hybrid role sits between project development and asset management, delivering specialist civil engineering expertise across the renewable energy lifecycle—from wind, solar and battery storage developments through to operation teams.
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Development phases: Leading engineering review, delivering civil engineering designs, and positioning asset layouts for wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen projects.
- Project management: Coordinating specialist work (surveys, geotechnical, etc.) and collaborating with local teams to support project decision-making.
- Critical reviews: Providing technical oversight on third-party designs, validating contractor outputs, and offering expert advice on compliance, risk and technical feasibility.
- Operational asset support: Ensuring safe, efficient maintenance and upgrades for RES-managed infrastructure.
You’ll also represent best practice and engineering governance across RES regions by promoting consistency in design and delivery.
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Organisational Context
The Civil Engineer reports to the Project Engineering Manager within the Group Civil Engineering Team, the central hub supporting all low-carbon projects across RES Regions.
Your accountability spans design support, technical guidance and risk mitigation for the full project lifecycle, underpinned by collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Risk management: Conduct early-stage engineering reviews to identify risks and opportunities for projects.
- Specialist coordination: Lead inputs from surveys, geotechnical testing and multidisciplinary design teams.
- Practical engineering support: Provide cost-effective, high-quality guidance on safety, schedules and value while working with project teams.
- Quality assurance: Validate accuracy and consistency of third-party deliverables (via SOWRs, contractor designs, etc.).
- Innovation & improvement: Design efficient solutions and process recommendations to enhance project delivery.
- Governance enforcement: Enforce established practices and compliance rules (UK CDM 2015, Irish Construction Regulations 2013) to ensure safety and efficiency.
Your Knowledge & Skills
Key knowledge areas
- Engineering fundamentals: Deep understanding of how civil engineering principles impact project feasibility and performance.
- Renewables expertise: Familiarity with turbine, panel, energy storage and hydrogen development phases will be advantageous.
- Specialist expertise (a plus):
- Geotechnical or earthworks design
- Drainage or foundation considerations
- Regulatory know-how (UK CDM 2015 / Ireland’s Construction Regulations 2013)
- Cross-functional insights: Alignment with operational, commercial and environmental priorities.
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Practical skills
- Commercial awareness: Balancing cost, compliance and technical value to justify engineering decisions.
- Prioritisation: Managing multiple projects while hitting timelines—balance timeliness against thoroughness.
- Teamwork: Engaging constructively with project managers, contractors, planners, and third-party advisors.
- Communication: Articulating complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Attention to detail: Scrutinising plans, site instructions and external deliverables for errors or inconsistencies.
Experience
- Projects experience: Demonstrated ability to apply civil engineering theory in real-world settings, from tender to completion.
- Health & safety: Managing design risks through mitigation strategies and compliance checks.
- Process innovation: Introducing measurements or tools that improve efficiency or quality.
Qualifications
- Honours degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Preferred: Journey towards CEng (Engineer) status via the Institution of Civil Engineers.
About Us: Celebrating Difference
At RES, finding the right skills challenges us to look beyond traditional sources. We thrive on diverse perspectives, shaped by:
- Ethnicity, culture and gender
- Age, sexuality, identity expression
- Neurodiversity, disability and family commitments
Each brings creativity that fuels our ability to solve challenges. We fostering an inclusive environment and ensure our teams can achieve their best: from entry points through senior leadership.
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