Design Engineer

Field

Design Engineer creating site layout plans and engineering drawings for renewable energy projects. Collaborating across global teams on various stages of project development.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeShoreditch • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £38,000 - £45,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site layout planning, engineering schematics, and compliance with CDM regulations, while effectively collaborating with internal and external teams. Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for producing detailed design models and documentation in the energy storage sector.

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Site Layout PlanningAutoCAD ProficiencyCivil 3D ExpertiseCDM Regulations KnowledgeEnergy Storage Industry Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Site Layout PlansEngineering SchematicsSingle-Line Diagrams3D ModellingUtility DrawingsPlanning Application PackagesCut & Fill DrawingsPre-Construction InformationDrainage DesignsTechnical Manual Review

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsClear CommunicationCollaborative TeamworkAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Civil 3DAutoCADRevit3ds Max

Industry Keywords

Energy StorageRenewable EnergyPlanning ProcessInternational ExperienceEngineering Degree

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Creation of site layout plans, planning drawing packages, legal drawings and engineering schematics across multiple projects, spanning our global portfolio. You will work with internal Grid, Origination and Development teams and external consultants to design sites that meet all technical, legal and commercial requirements.
Completion of a full suite of drawings and plans to support your designs including:
Single-line diagrams;
Planning application drawing packages;
Land and legal plans;
Engineering schematics and utility drawings;
Cut & fill and levels drawings;
Pre-construction information.
Production of 3D site design models using Civil 3D to calculate site levels and earthwork requirements, with 3D visualisation experience also being an advantage.
Review of internal and external design packages to ensure all work meets our requirements and standards. This includes GI reports, drainage designs, supplier technical manuals and drawings.
Review of tender documents and data sheets to continually develop our in house design knowledge and processes, covering technical information, construction methods and safety requirements.
Ensuring all design work is undertaken in accordance with CDM regulations, with a clear understanding of Field's duties and responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle.
Support of the implementation of Field’s internal data management system and processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You’re enthusiastic, curious and knowledgeable about the energy storage industry, with a particular passion to learn about the technical aspects of BESS.
You’ve got an eye for detail. Accuracy in our designs is critical; you’ll work to a high standard and collaborate with others to ensure constructable designs.
You’re very organised - you’ll be spinning a few plates at once, so you’ll need to have tried and tested methods for keeping on top of a varied workload at your fingertips.
You’re an open, clear communicator who enjoys working collaboratively - there are no ‘lone wolves’ at Field, we’re all in this together.
You like variety - this isn’t an easy role, so you’ll need to be someone who thrives on challenge, likes to be always learning and isn’t afraid of a broad role remit
Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D as your primary design tools;
Experience with 3D modelling software such as Revit or 3ds Max is desirable but not essential;
Experience supporting or managing planning applications and an understanding of the planning process;
Working knowledge of CDM regulations and an awareness of designer responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle;
Experience within the renewable energy or energy storage industry is desirable but not essential;
Business level German is highly desirable;
Experience working internationally is desirable but not essential;
Degree in engineering or a related discipline is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enhanced parental leave, for all new parents:
6 months fully paid primary carer leave
3 months fully paid secondary carer leave
10 days fully paid leave for fertility treatment
Up to 10% company wide bonus based on company performance
Private medical cover with Bupa from day one with the option to add family members.
Hybrid working (blend of home and office working to suit individual needs)
Nest pension (8% combined contributions) on qualifying earnings
25 days holiday + bank holidays
£2,000 annual learning & development budget to spend on whatever best supports your growth
1 month a year ‘work from anywhere in the world’ policy
Spill: our mental health benefit allowing every Fielder access to equal and unrestricted therapy and resources
Green leave: paid time off to do something good for the environment
Fun co-working office space in Shoreditch, London
Dog friendly office (with some regular furry friends already in the team)
Free team lunch once a week
Regular team socials
Birthday carbon offset: a gift from Field to the world to celebrate your birthday
& many more on the way!