AltGen United Kingdom
Senior Civil Structural Engineer
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Senior Civil Structural Engineer
London, United Kingdom
About the client:
Our client is a global renewable energy company that develops, designs, constructs, and operates solar and hybrid power systems. Renowned for delivering sustainable energy solutions, the company operates across Europe and Africa, driving the transition toward clean, reliable power.
About the role:
The role will lead civil and structural engineering activities for utility-scale solar PV plants (and associated BESS or hybrid systems). The successful candidate will ensure safe, cost-effective, and timely execution of all civil works from development through to construction and commissioning.
Responsibilities:
- Lead civil/structural design for Utility Scale Solar PV plants, including site layouts, foundations, access roads, drainage, earthworks, and structural supports.
- Review and approve geotechnical, hydrological, and topographical studies.
- Optimise site layouts to balance cut-and-fill, minimise costs, and mitigate environmental impacts.
- Ensure compliance with international and local codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
- Review contractor designs, method statements, and shop drawings.
- Oversight of quality control and ensuring adherence to project HSE standards.
- Conducting site inspections and resolving civil/structural engineering issues during construction.
- Interfacing with electrical and mechanical teams to ensure fully coordinated designs.
- Supporting project managers in scheduling, cost estimating, and risk management.
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Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (BEng/BSc) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it).
- 5-7 years of professional experience in civil design and execution, on Utility scale solar PV plants.
- Familiarity with relevant design and modelling software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, drainage design tools).
- Knowledge of international standards and good practice in earthworks, drainage, erosion control, and stormwater management (SANS 1200, BS EN 1990, BS 6031).
- Experience working on international projects and ability to adapt to different regulatory environments.
- Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written); French is a plus.
- Willingness to travel locally and internationally for site visits and project support.
- Detail-oriented and highly organised, with the ability to multitask and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.
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What they offer:
- Trusted responsibilities with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally.
- An opportunity to work with friendly, supportive, and collaborative colleagues who are actively contributing to a profitable, growing, and successful global group.
- Further development opportunities in an international environment with individual training opportunities for your professional career.
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