Civil / Structural Engineer

SgurrEnergy is an international renewable energy consultancy. We are one of the UK's leading technical advisory organisations, specialising in the development of renewable energy projects, power generation and transmission.  Our expertise covers onshore and offshore wind, wave and tidal, solar, hydro, micro-generation and bioenergy. Our success to date is based on in-depth process and engineering knowledge, applied in a practical manner to provide the best possible solutions and advice to our clients.

Owing to continued growth and high demand for its services, the company is now seeking to recruit a civil / structural engineer to join our expanding team.

Job description

The principal responsibilities of this post include:

• Support renewable project developments, providing engineering input at various points from feasibility and design to implementation and commissioning.
• Review and prepare technical documents including specifications, reports, calculations and drawings, against customer requirements.
• Provide on-site monitoring of the civil construction works (including testing and commissioning) for renewable energy developments.
• Attending site meetings and surveys.
• Assessing the quality of work on site on behalf of clients against a specification.
• Provide technical support to clients.
• Other ad hoc project activities as and when required.

Essential criteria

• Degree qualification in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Significant postgraduate experience and a proven track record in civil / structural engineering. Experience in the renewable energy industry would be desirable but not essential.
• Chartered Engineer or approaching Chartered status.

• Can clearly demonstrate technical competence, ability to use own initiative, and to work flexibly
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a multi-discipline team.
• Competent PC user.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in the design of foundations.

• Experience in the specification and review of site investigations for major civil engineering works.
• The successful candidate will be required to produce reports for clients and so attention to detail, reliability and good organisational skills are paramount.
• You should have excellent communication skills, coupled with a flexible and proactive approach to work to thrive in this busy team.

An interest in renewable energy and/or sustainability is desirable.  The company is growing rapidly and offers excellent long-term career prospects.

Hours: 37 hours per week.
Holidays: 23 days (rising to 25 days after 2 years’ service) and 9 public holidays
Contract: Permanent after 3 month probationary period
Training: SgurrEnergy actively encourages personal and professional development
Equal opportunities: We follow an equal opportunities policy
Salary: Negotiable - dependent upon experience
Pension: Contributory company stakeholder pension scheme.

Location: Glasgow, with UK and International travel as required.

To apply please write enclosing full CV and covering letter to recruitment@sgurrenergy.com with the subject heading: Civil Engineer AHS.