As our Civil & Structural team continues to grow, remaining an integral part of our broader team, we are seeking an enthusiastic Principal Engineer to support and direct large projects, or several smaller ones, within the Power sector as part of this expanding division.

The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of experience in project delivery and will be eager to guide graduate engineers and technicians in technical design and project management.
A demonstrated ability to manage project delivery within quality, budget, and schedule constraints is crucial, and experience in the power sector is greatly valued.

Key Objectives

• Ensure project teams manage and deliver single- and/or multi-disciplinary projects to cost, schedule and quality criteria
• Ensure project teams have appropriate skills and resources in place
• Direct aspects of infrastructure design work on a range of project sizes
• Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems
• Contribute to the wider development of the C&S (Power team) department capabilities
• Develop and mentor junior staff
  
  

Requirements

• HNC/ HND Civil Engineering and / or recognised Civil Engineering Degree
• Chartered Civil/ Structural Engineer CEng MICE/ MIStructE
• Professional membership with an appropriate body (ICE, APM, CIHT, IHE etc.)
• Experience in managing project delivery
• Experienced in directing project teams
• Technically proficient in Infrastructure design and co-ordination.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral
• Full UK Driving Licence

Why this role?

• This is an opportunity to showcase your multitasking skills and capacity to oversee multiple initiatives, supported by a cohesive and encouraging team.
• An excellent opportunity to witness a project's full lifecycle, from the initial design phase to the construction stage, engaging in every aspect from start to finish, seeing your designs come to life 
• The opportunity to expand on your management skills through supervising and motivating a team, with the guidance of the Disciplines leadership
• You will be joining a dynamic and experienced team of professionals, diving into a bustling stream of ongoing and upcoming projects – you won't get bored!

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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Apex is expanding our Infrastructure Practice and seeking a Principal-level leader to build and grow our Water/Wastewater business in one of our target Northeast markets: Springfield or Worcester, Massachusetts; Manchester, New Hampshire; or Southwest Connecticut.

This role will begin as a remote position with the intent to establish a local office in one of the target markets. Once the office is opened, the position will transition to a hybrid work arrangement.

This is a strategic growth role for a senior, client-facing professional with a strong municipal network and an active book of business. The successful candidate will lead business development and project delivery for municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects in their local geography, supported by Apex’s national resources and multidisciplinary teams.

If you are an entrepreneurial leader with a track record of building markets, winning work, and delivering impactful infrastructure projects, we invite you to join Apex and help shape the next chapter of our Infrastructure growth.

We are offering a sign-on bonus as well as relocation for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Growth & Leadership

• Lead the growth of Apex’s water, wastewater, and stormwater services within your designated local market.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand relationships with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.
• Leverage existing client relationships and your market insight to establish Apex as a trusted regional partner.
• Collaborate with Divisional and Regional Leadership to align local efforts with Apex’s broader infrastructure strategy.

Client Development & Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal and utility clients, understanding their infrastructure priorities and funding mechanisms.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities, lead proposal development, and manage interview and negotiation processes.
• Drive cross-selling of Apex’s complementary environmental, construction, and compliance services.
• Represent Apex at professional associations, technical committees, and industry conferences.

Project Delivery & Fiscal Oversight

• Oversee delivery of municipal infrastructure projects including water and wastewater treatment, distribution/collection systems, and stormwater management.
• Ensure technical excellence, quality control, and adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and QA/QC oversight to project teams.
• Manage project performance, including backlog, utilization, and profitability metrics.

Team Building & Mentorship

• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers, project managers, and technical staff to grow Apex’s local presence.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on client satisfaction and technical excellence.
• Participate in Apex’s Principal Leadership group, contributing to strategic planning, market development, and talent initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• BS or MS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or relevant engineering discipline
• 15+ years of experience in municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred in MA, CT, or NH
• Proven background in the design and management of water and wastewater treatment, distribution, collection, and conveyance systems
• Demonstrated success in developing new markets, securing key municipal clients, and achieving financial growth targets
• Strong record of mentoring, team development, and leading cross-discipline project teams
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients in a forward-thinking manner to drive growth and sustained performance through effective leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to manage and mentor all levels of staff

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 1,800+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Principal

Req ID: 10811

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Civil Engineer to help develop the infrastructure capability of our growing Civil and Structural department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions across a variety of projects.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in Autodesk Civil 3D, Microdrainage/InfoDrainage, and AutoCAD, with a passion for mentoring junior engineers and technicians in both technical design aspects and BIM software integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Civil & Structural design delivery on projects, working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Produce design deliverables (drawings, specifications, and reports), conduct site surveys, and support construction stage duties.
• Ensure that designs meet quality and compliance requirements and align with client specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and buildable solutions.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of a small project team.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Report on project performance to senior management.
• Assist with tender preparation and fee estimates.
• Mentor and support the development of engineers, technicians, graduates, and apprentices.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of earthworks, drainage, pavement design, and external works.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects in one or more of our core sectors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of 3D underground services coordination.
• Experience in delivering multidisciplinary projects.

Desirable:

• Chartered or Incorporated Member of ICE (or working towards).

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to diverse and complex projects across multiple sectors.
• Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Professional development opportunities and support towards Chartership.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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About the Role

Reporting to the Associate Director or Associate Engineer, you will lead large structural engineering project teams or oversee multiple smaller teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality structural solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership and project management skills, ensuring compliance with cost, schedule, and quality objectives while driving innovation and best practices across the business.

We are looking for an experienced and well-rounded structural engineer with extensive expertise in structural engineering, including large-scale building structures, foundation design, and multidisciplinary project coordination. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex projects across multiple sectors.

Key objectives:

• Ensure project teams deliver structural designs to cost, schedule, and quality criteria.
• Provide leadership to ensure project teams have the appropriate skills and resources.
• Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems.
• Implement strategic changes as directed by senior leadership.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer (CEng MICE/MIStructE) with strong post-chartership experience.
• Extensive experience leading the delivery of large-scale structural engineering projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural design methods, codes, and standards.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience with foundation design and structural engineering principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiar with CDM regulations and health & safety requirements.
• SC clearance (or eligibility to achieve this).
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience delivering projects within nuclear, defence, public sector, highways, or complex industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of seismic design, ground improvement techniques, and advanced structural analysis.
• Familiarity with technical assurance processes and regulatory compliance.

Why Join Us?

• Lead the delivery of high-profile, complex structural projects across multiple sectors.
• Work in a collaborative and innovative multidisciplinary environment.
• Professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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About the Role

Reporting to the Associate Director/Associate Engineer, you will lead large Civil project teams or oversee multiple smaller teams to achieve overall business objectives. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to ensure the successful delivery of projects to cost, schedule, and quality criteria.

We are looking for a well-rounded civil engineer with broad experience across multiple aspects of civil engineering, including earthworks, drainage, highways, and external works. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing diverse projects and adapting to various engineering challenges.

Key objectives:

• Ensure project teams deliver civil designs to cost, schedule, and quality criteria.
• Ensure project teams have in place appropriate skills and resources.
• Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems.
• Implement change as directed by the Director and Associate Engineer.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered Civil/ Structural Engineer CEng MICE/ MIStructE
• Conversant with current C&S design codes & standards
• Experienced in discharging responsibilities under CDM and health and safety regulations
• Comprehensive and current detailed knowledge base of all aspects of civil and structural design, including some of the following:

1. Building Structures
2. Drainage and external works
3. Foundations & Sub-Structures
4. Earthworks and site investigations
5. Minor road and bridge design

• Specialist knowledge or sector expertise (eg nuclear, seismic, public sector, contaminated land, ground improvement, highways, Rail, defence & Life Sciences)
• Demonstrable track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction
• Experience of significant project delivery within some of the sectors we operate within
• Fully familiar with relevant technical standards and assurance processes
• Proven ability to work within a fully integrated, multi-discipline design team

Why Join Us?

• Lead the delivery of major, high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
• Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Professional development opportunities and support towards Chartership.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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The Opportunity

Baker Hicks have grown rapidly in the Transmission & Distribution sector over the last number of years and have been successful in winning a number of major projects within the UK. As the demand to deliver exceptional engineering design from our clients continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for a HV Cable Design Engineer. 

As a HV Cable Design Engineer, you will be reporting to the Principal Engineer – HV. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of the team’s output in the production and control of drawings and technical documents.  You will  assist during the bid process in order to secure further work.

About You

• You must have experience in producing and checking all designs, calculations, reports, and drawings related to new or modified HV/EHV projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV, specifically for cable system designs.
• This includes the production of bonding line diagrams, cable rating calculations, induced voltage calculations, short circuit force calculations, thermo-mechanical thrust calculations, pulling tension calculations, material specification lists, etc.
• The candidate must have experience as a technical lead in project delivery and act as the primary point of contact. This role requires excellent client facing skills and the ability to communicate technical matters effectively to both internal and external stakeholders at various expertise levels.
• The candidate must have a solid foundation in mathematics and science, preferably with a background in power engineering, and possess strong communication skills.
• In this role, they will manage the production of project deliverables through a rigorous checking process, including the development of drawing packages in collaboration with dedicated CAD technicians.
• This position requires coordination with CAD technicians, HV cable engineers, and engineers from other disciplines (Primary, Civil and Structural, Geotechnical).
• A relevant degree in BEng / Bsc in Electrical Engineering with Power / HV background.
• Ideally working towards MEng / Msc in Electrical Engineering with Power / HV background.
• Working toward CEng status, will be an added advantage.

Why this role?

• You will form part of a team that is a trusted partner for some of the UK's largest critical infrastructure projects.
• You will be joining a diverse, established team with a varied background of skills and expertise, who value new ideas and welcome innovative solutions. You are encouraged to take ownership and have freedom in decision-making.
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will have links into the wider network of engineers within the business to learn and grow.
• You will manage a small team responsible for production of project deliverables through a robust checking process but must also support the CAD technicians with the development of drawings and support the actual delivery of the outputs.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company. 

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 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.

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Why this Role

BakerHicks is supporting the transformation of the UK’s electricity network, delivering infrastructure critical to energy security, resilience, and the transition to net zero. As investment in renewable generation and transmission reinforcement accelerates, we continue to expand our Transmission & Distribution capability.

We are seeking an Civil & Structural Engineer - HV OHL  to support the design and delivery of overhead transmission line projects across the UK. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a civil or structural engineer to develop specialist expertise within a high‑demand, future‑focused engineering discipline, working on nationally significant infrastructure programmes.

You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and contribute across the full project lifecycle, from early concept through to detailed design. Structured training, mentoring from experienced overhead line specialists, and clear development pathways will support your continued growth at BakerHicks.

About You

You are a technically capable engineer with a strong civil or structural engineering background and a clear interest in developing a career within the energy and power sector. You bring sound engineering judgement, a delivery‑focused mindset, and the ability to work effectively across multiple projects and stakeholders in a regulated environment.

You will be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering and motivated to pursue professional development, including chartership.

Key Purpose

• Support the design of new and refurbished overhead transmission lines (11kV–400kV) across the UK.
• Apply civil and structural engineering principles to overhead line structures, foundations, loading behaviour, conductor engineering, and electrical clearances.
• Contribute to concept, FEED, and detailed design stages, including route development, structure selection, and technical reporting.
• Ensure compliance with UK energy network standards, regulatory requirements, and relevant engineering codes.
• Produce and review drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality design outputs.
• Support the development of junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the Transmission & Distribution team.
• Play an active role in delivering infrastructure critical to the UK’s energy security and decarbonisation objectives.

Experience & Skills Required

Essential:

• Experience in civil, structural, geotechnical, rail, utilities, or wider infrastructure engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to produce and check engineering calculations.
• Experience delivering technical documentation, drawings, and design outputs.
• Ability to manage tasks across multiple projects while meeting programme, quality, and budget requirements.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A structured, proactive approach to learning and technical development.
• Interest in developing specialist skills within the overhead line and power transmission sector.

Desirables:

• Experience using CAD platforms such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Design experience relating to foundations, steel structures, or load‑bearing systems.
• Exposure to utilities, transmission and distribution, or power‑related projects.
• Experience working within regulated or safety‑critical engineering environments.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

Why this Role 

BakerHicks is supporting the transformation of the UK’s electricity network, delivering infrastructure that is critical to energy security, resilience, and the transition to net zero. As renewable generation expands and transmission reinforcement programmes accelerate, demand for overhead line engineering capability continues to grow.

We are seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer – HV Overhead Line (OHL) Design to support the design and delivery of new and refurbished overhead transmission line projects across the UK. This role offers an excellent opportunity for engineers from mechanical or electrical backgrounds to transition into a highly specialised, high‑demand discipline within the power transmission sector.

You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and contribute across the full project lifecycle, from early concept through to detailed design. Comprehensive training, mentoring from experienced overhead line specialists, and clearly defined development pathways will support your continued professional and technical growth at BakerHicks.

About You 

You are a technically capable engineer with a background in mechanical or electrical engineering and a clear interest in developing a career within the energy and utilities sector. You bring strong analytical capability, sound engineering judgement, and a delivery‑focused mindset, with the ability to work effectively across multiple projects and disciplines within a regulated environment.

You will be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and motivated to pursue professional development, including working toward chartership.You are curious, adaptable, and keen to apply your existing engineering knowledge to large‑scale structural and electrical systems within high‑voltage infrastructure.

Key Purpose

• Support the design of new build and refurbished overhead transmission lines between 11kV and 400kV.
• Apply mechanical or electrical engineering principles to the design of overhead line systems, components, and structures.
• Support conductor system design, including tensions, clearances, thermal ratings, and load cases.
• Contribute to mechanical and structural assessments of towers, poles, foundations, and fittings.
• Assist in producing engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Support concept, FEED, and detailed design stages across multiple projects.
• Ensure designs comply with UK Transmission Owner standards and relevant engineering regulations.
• Collaborate closely with civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Contribute to technical problem solving, continuous improvement, and innovation within the Transmission & Distribution team.

Experience & Skills Required

Essential:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in mechanical or electrical engineering environments such as M&E, aviation, automotive, rail, power systems, manufacturing, rotating equipment, structural mechanics, or similar sectors.
• Strong analytical skills, with an interest in large‑scale structural, mechanical, or electrical systems.
• Ability to manage tasks across multiple projects while meeting programme, quality, and budget requirements.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• A proactive approach to learning and developing specialist technical expertise.
• Interest in building a long‑term career within the energy, utilities, or power transmission sector.

Desirable:

• Experience using CAD platforms such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Knowledge of mechanical loading, materials behaviour, FEA concepts, or electrical system design.
• Exposure to infrastructure, utilities, grid, or high‑voltage engineering environments.
• Experience working within regulated or safety‑critical industries.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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Because ordinary projects aren't your style.

If you're driven by complex challenges, multidisciplinary environments, and projects that genuinely shape how industries operate - this is your next role. As a Civil & Structural Engineer, you’ll work in sectors including power, life sciences or industry, delivering the civil and structural solutions that make these projects possible.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll contribute to high‑impact UK projects, applying both your engineering expertise across a range of technically demanding sites.

• Designing and specifying structural engineering solutions aligned to British Standards, Eurocodes and project deliverables.
• Producing drawings, specifications, reports, site surveys, and construction‑stage support.
• Checking calculations and drawings to ensure quality, compliance, and buildability.
• Collaborating closely with architects, civil engineers, mechanical/electrical teams, and project managers.
• Reviewing subcontractor designs and ensuring technical alignment with project intent.
• Contributing to fee estimates, scopes, tender reviews and change control documents.
• Supporting and mentoring early‑career engineers and championing best practice across the team.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Working towards (or already progressing strongly toward) Chartered or Incorporated status with ICE or IStructE.
• Solid experience delivering design in at least one relevant sector - power, life sciences, industry, or similar complex environments.
• Solid experience working in design for a design consultancy.
• Proficiency in MasterSeries, STAAD, Tedds or similar analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, UK technical standards, and structural design codes.
• Ability to train and mentor graduate engineers
• Clear, confident communication -  able to translate complex engineering into simple, actionable ideas.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work on high‑impact and complex projects shaping the UK’s most innovative sectors.
• Join a supportive engineering community that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and mentor others.
• Real responsibility, real visibility, and real career progression.
• Support in reaching chartership and beyond!

If you're ready to engineer structures that power industries, enable scientific breakthroughs, and drive the next wave of industrial innovation - we’d love to hear from you.

This role is perfect for someone who has been working as an engineer for some time after completing their graduate programme who is seeking support to get to chartership and wants to gain exposure to more complex projects. 

Your next project awaits. Apply now.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

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. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

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.   

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