Associate/ Principal Engineer (CDAE)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

CDAE Civil Engineering Structural Design Autodesk Revit AutoCAD Civil 3D National Grid SSEN

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] are seeking an experienced Associate or Principal Engineer who is authorised to act as Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) to strengthen our growing Transmission & Distribution capability.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in delivering innovative civil design solutions for National Grid and SSEN projects, supporting schemes from early feasibility assessments through to commissioning.

Responsibilities

  • Providing CDAE support and guidance across a portfolio of Transmission & Distribution civil design projects
  • Working in close collaboration with engineers from multiple disciplines to deliver coordinated, high‑quality design solutions
  • Ensuring designs meet National Grid, SSEN, and industry standards from concept through to delivery
  • Positively influencing project outcomes and helping evolve our internal processes and approach to client engagement

Essential

  • Proven experience acting as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) on National Grid projects
  • Strong civil/ structural design proficiency using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
  • Relevant experience within the Electricity Transmission & Distribution sector

Desirable

  • Ability to lead civil engineering workstreams across foundations, earthworks, drainage, buildings, and steelwork
  • Competence in producing high‑quality calculations, reports, and drawings aligned with client technical standards
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to mentor colleagues and support the wider team
  • A willingness to challenge assumptions, adapt to evolving project requirements, and contribute to continuous improvement
  • Experience supporting bid development, tender submissions, and deploying innovative solutions on projects

Qualifications

  • Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (CEng MICE, or MIStructE).
  • Civil/ Structural or construction related degree required

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