Civil Engineer (Edinburgh / Durham / London) at EDF UK

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil engineering, Structural engineering, Geotechnical engineering, Renewable energy, Project management, Technical design, Contractor management, Consultant management, Feasibility studies, Technical specifications, Stakeholder management, Risk assessment, Engineering standards, Construction management, Design documentation, Commercial negotiation

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description Are you ready to help shape a greener future by bringing your civil engineering expertise to impactful renewable energy projects? At EDF Power Solutions, your work will support our journey to a net zero future and strengthen clean energy generation across the UK. The Opportunity As a Civil Engineer, you’ll support the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets across onshore wind, solar and battery projects. You’ll apply civil, structural and geotechnical expertise to help deliver safe, reliable and high performing solutions. Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, this role offered on a hybrid working basis. You have the flexibility of working partly from home and also in any one of our offices (#Edinburgh, #Durham or #London). You’ll also travel for meetings, site visits and collaborative sessions that keep you connected with colleagues and projects. You’ll join a growing technical team where you’ll develop your skills, build relationships and contribute to a diverse renewable portfolio. You’ll support technical decisions, develop solutions and help shape engineering standards across our projects. Who You Are We’re looking for a Civil Engineer who is proactive, organised and motivated to support high quality renewable energy projects. You enjoy solving problems, building strong relationships and delivering effective engineering support. To be shortlisted, you need to offer… A minimum of 5 years’ experience in civil engineering design and/or construction and preferably 12 months in the renewable energy sector A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related subject Working towards or holding chartership with the Engineering Council through a relevant institution Understanding of renewable energy technologies and associated civil, structural and geotechnical requirements Experience preparing preliminary or concept designs including layouts, drawings, access routes and constraints analysis Experience delivering civil, structural or geotechnical designs from feasibility through detailed design Experience preparing technical specifications, employer requirements and technical documentation Experience working in multi disciplinary teams and building effective professional relationships Experience conducting technical and commercial negotiations with contractors, consultants or statutory bodies Experience managing contractors and consultants What You’ll Be Doing Delivering civil, structural and geotechnical engineering activities across development and operational projects Supporting engineering decisions that ensure safe, high quality and cost effective project delivery Preparing and reviewing designs, specifications and technical documents Working collaboratively across disciplines to maintain asset integrity and project performance Providing technical insight to improve project outcomes and reduce engineering risk Pay, Benefits and Culture If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun and help to create a net zero future – then you’re in the right place! If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we’d love you to come and join us. Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, and a market leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle – from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more. Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments. Why EDF Power Solutions? We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all. With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we’re the UK and Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low carbon energy and we’d love you to help us get there. Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future. CLOSING DATE 7TH MAY 2026 #RenewableJobs #EDFcareers #LI-Hybrid Additional Information Join us, and let’s do good together. Shift Work?: No Career area: Renewables Primary Contractual Location: Atria One Term of Employment: Permanent

Responsibilities

You will deliver civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering activities across renewable energy projects, including onshore wind, solar, and battery storage. You will also collaborate across disciplines to prepare technical designs, manage contractors, and ensure safe, cost-effective project delivery.