Design Engineer

Job Description Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer – EV Charging Location: BirminghamContract Type: Initial 3-month Fixed Term Contract An innovative and fast-growing EV infrastructure business is seeking a Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer to take ownership of the civil and site design for high-power EV charging installations. This is a hands-on engineering role where you’ll lead civil design activity across multiple EV charging projects — from early feasibility through to construction — working closely with utilities, contractors, and internal engineering teams.

If you enjoy technically challenging infrastructure work and want to be involved in the rollout of large-scale EV charging across the UK, this role offers real impact and responsibility. Key Responsibilities Civil & Infrastructure Design Lead the civil design for EV charging sites, including: Cable ducting and trenching networks Equipment and charger foundations Access roads, hardstanding and equipment bases Groundworks and drainage considerations Develop site layouts for high-power EV chargers and associated infrastructure Produce and review detailed civil drawings such as: Duct routing layouts Trench cross-sections Foundation and construction details Utility & Electrical Coordination Liaise with DNOs, IDNOs and ICPs to support LV/HV connections from Point of Connection through to site infrastructure Coordinate civil aspects of electrical infrastructure delivery Site Feasibility & Assessment Conduct or manage site surveys and feasibility studies Assess ground conditions, access constraints and constructability Provide technical input into site selection and infrastructure planning Project Delivery & Technical Oversight Own civil design deliverables across multiple projects Lead design reviews and value engineering to optimise cost and buildability Support method statements, risk assessments and construction documentation Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams through installation and commissioning Interface with customers where required to deliver a practical, compliant solution Required Experience & Qualifications Essential Degree in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or similar Solid experience in civil infrastructure design Experience with utilities, cable ducting, trenching or similar civil works Strong AutoCAD 2D skills Experience working with utility xwzovoh providers and infrastructure stakeholders Ability to work independently and manage multiple design workstreams Desirable Experience within EV charging, energy, utilities, highways or renewables Exposure to DNOs, IDNOs or ICP frameworks Knowledge of high-power electrical infrastructure Experience using Autodesk Inventor Key Skills & Attributes Strong technical civil engineering capability Practical, solutions-focused approach to design High-quality CAD and technical detailing skills Confident stakeholder communicator Able to manage multiple projects concurrently Working Arrangements Hybrid role combining office, home and site-based work Travel to EV infrastructure sites as required Occasional overnight stays depending on project location