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