Civil Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
Exeter
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

AutoCAD Civil 3D Civil Engineering Marine Infrastructure Design Stormwater Management Drainage Design Project Management Technical Design Engineering Design

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their UK or Spain office, specializing in marine infrastructure design for ports, terminals, and waterfront developments. The role involves detailed design, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Lead or support detailed design of marine onshore infrastructure including access roads, grading plans, stormwater systems, and utility networks
  • Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports using industry-standard design software
  • Develop design packages for planning approvals, tender documentation, and construction
  • Coordinate with internal disciplines (structural, geotechnical, coastal, electrical) and external consultants to ensure integrated and constructible design solutions
  • Interface with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide technical input during design phases
  • Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments including topographic, hydrologic, and geotechnical analysis
  • Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks, including port authority and environmental requirements
  • Support QA/QC processes and contribute to internal design reviews
  • Assist in preparing cost estimates and design schedules
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development across the team

Software Tools & Technical Proficiency

  • AutoCAD Civil 3D – for grading, alignment, and utility design
  • MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage – for stormwater and drainage modeling
  • HEC-RAS / HEC-HMS – for hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
  • SWMM (EPA) – for urban drainage and stormwater modeling
  • Navisworks / Revit / BIM 360 – for coordination and BIM workflows
  • Bluebeam Revu – for markup and document review
  • Microsoft Excel & Word – for calculations, reporting, and documentation
  • GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS) – for spatial analysis and mapping

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in civil infrastructure design, ideally within a consultancy and marine/port environment
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and drainage design tools
  • Proven ability to manage design deliverables across multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Chartered status or working toward chartership with ICE or equivalent body
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