Site Engineer / Project Engineer - Electrical, OHL, National Grid

Birmingham
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Site Engineer / Project Engineer (Electrical, OHL, Transmission, National Grid)

Transmission, Distribution, OHL

Salary: £dependent on experience + benefits + site bonuses

Benefits: Company vehicle (for site travel), professional memberships, support toward chartership

Location: UK-wide (travel to project sites and office locations as required)

Type: Full-time

ARCA Resourcing is partnering with an ambitious and fast-growing engineering organisation within the UK construction and energy sector to recruit a Site / Project Engineer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer looking to develop a well-rounded skillset across design, site delivery, and project engineering, working on high-voltage infrastructure and renewable energy projects across the UK.

The Role

This is a hybrid engineering role combining design coordination, CAD work, project support, and site-based responsibilities.

You’ll gain exposure across the full project lifecycle - from early-stage surveys and design through to construction, commissioning, and close-out - supporting the delivery of substations, overhead lines, cable installations, and grid connection schemes.

Key Responsibilities

* Interface with clients including National Grid and UK DNOs

* Support communication between site teams, design teams, and project leadership

* Coordinate and support topographical, environmental, and utility surveys

* Produce and update 2D and 3D CAD drawings for design and construction use

* Assist with preparation of technical documentation, including method statements and construction phase plans

* Coordinate site logistics, deliveries, and supply chain interfaces

* Assist in managing site activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery

* Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives

* Support implementation of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) standards

* Contribute to risk assessments, HAZIDs, and constructability reviews

* Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and site safety requirements

* Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant CAD software (e.g. Civil 3D, MicroStation)

* Understanding of transmission & distribution or renewable energy projects

* Awareness of health & safety legislation, including CDM

* Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

* Experience on live construction or infrastructure projects in an engineering or supervisory role

* Practical understanding of site-based project delivery

* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

* Experience working on National Grid or DNO projects

* Familiarity with project controls (cost, programme, risk)

* Exposure to substations, overhead lines, cables, or grid connections

* Progress toward or holding relevant authorisations (e.g. SR163, Competent Person, NSI8)

* Experience with UAV surveys, GIS systems, or digital field tools

Why Apply?

* Work with a forward-thinking and growing organisation in the energy sector

* Gain exposure across design, site delivery, and project engineering

* Be involved in high-profile UK infrastructure and renewable projects

* Strong support for career development and professional progression

* Competitive salary, benefits, and performance-related bonuses

Apply Now

If you’re a motivated engineer looking to build a diverse career across project delivery and site engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through ARCA Resourcing. Please click on the link to apply

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