Job Description
Project Engineer
- Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall
- Salary: £24,000 - £30,000
- Job Type: Full-time
Join a leading renewable energy company that has been at the forefront of designing, building, and operating wind farm and solar PV projects across the UK since 2010. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our technical team and support upcoming wind farm projects. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality engineering input across the Development, Construction, and Operational phases of projects.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Produce optimised wind farm site layout drawings, access modifications, swept path analysis, and planning/legal drawings.
- Estimate and track project costs, identifying opportunities to reduce costs through design.
- Assist with projects in development and construction, ensuring the highest Health, Safety, and Quality standards.
- Identify and mitigate risks through design to ensure practical and financial feasibility.
- Provide technical input to early-stage and pre-planning projects.
- Coordinate procurement and management of third-party technical services.
- Contribute to the improvement of design processes and procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Vehicle Tracking software.
- Basic knowledge of onshore wind development and construction processes.
- Methodical, accurate, and detail-focused approach.
- Awareness of CDM regulations.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage a demanding workload.
- Flexibility to travel to sites across the UK.
Desirable Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of transport and construction methods for onshore wind projects.
- Familiarity with wind farm BoP and TSA contracts.
- Proficiency in Civil3D and Infraworks.
- Surveying/setting out experience.
Benefits:
- Be part of a growing renewable energy company making a real impact.
- Work on exciting projects across the UK.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
To apply for the Project Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. For more information, please contact Emma Hutchings at Reed.
