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

ARCA Resourcing Ltd • Permanent • Remote (Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom) • £40,000 - £60,000 / year • 1w ago

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

SMSTS, SSSTS, 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.