Expression of Interest – Civil & Structural Engineers (Power Sector)

Job description

BakerHicks is seeking expressions of interest from Civil and Structural Engineers on various levels with experience in the power sector to support a growing portfolio of complex and high-impact projects.

This is an opportunity to be part of multidisciplinary teams delivering critical infrastructure that supports the energy transition.

About the role

You will contribute to the design and delivery of civil and structural solutions across a range of power sector projects, working closely with electrical, mechanical, and project delivery teams. Projects span from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Civil and structural design for substations, including foundations and steel structures
• Design of cable routes, trenches, and ducting systems
• Site development works including earthworks and drainage
• Structural assessment and retrofit of existing assets
• Design for safe and practical construction, including work in live environments
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions

Project exposure includes:

• Substation new builds, upgrades, and extensions
• Grid infrastructure and resilience programmes
• Renewable energy integration including wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems
• Data centre power infrastructure
• Industrial electrification and decarbonisation

About you:

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience in the power sector or related infrastructure
• Familiar with relevant design standards and best practice
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

If you are interested in exploring opportunities with BakerHicks in London or Manchester, we would welcome your expression of interest.

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (

www.gov.uk

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About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see:

About | BakerHicks

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BakerHicks. A

Morgan Sindall Group

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Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English