Civil Engineer - Aviation

The Opportunity

Amey Consulting is a leading provider of engineering and infrastructure solutions, working across aviation, transport, and public services. Our Airport Infrastructure Team plays a crucial role in designing and maintaining aeronautical assets, ensuring airports operate efficiently and sustainably. We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent AGL Engineer to join our Airport Infrastructure Team.

We are actively working on Edinburgh, AGS (Aberdeen, Glasgow, Southampton), and Cranfield Airports, with a strong pipeline of future opportunities at other UK airports. As part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of shaping aviation infrastructure across the country.

As an AGL
Engineer
, you will be responsible for preparing drawings, designs and calculations for aeronautical ground lighting, HV and LV installations, substation designs, high mast floodlighting, fixed electrical ground power, and various other airside electrical equipment. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance airport operations and sustainability. The main aspects of the role and key responsibilities are detailed below;

• Design and oversee installation of electrical systems for aeronautical lighting, substation design, navigational aids, and support facilities.
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety standards, electrical codes, and environmental regulations, including ICAO, EASA, CAA, MAA regulatory publications and regulations, and local airport planning and engineering standards.
• Collaborate with Civil engineers on multi-disciplinary airport development projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, cable calculations and energy efficiency evaluations.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for all phases, including information, tender, construction, and as-built design.
• Liaise with airport authorities, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop designs in accordance with the Client's requirements and relevant design standards to achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Development of engineering solutions and presentation of options.
• Produce and check design concepts, design details, drawings, specifications, schedules and other technical documents.
• Undertake design of AGL systems & associated control systems, FEGP, LV Distribution (including standby generation), external flood lighting, road lighting, and stand services, working with other members of the team (Planners, Civil Engineers) as required.
• Preparation and checking of design calculations.
• Preparation and checking of options analysis reports, survey briefs, input into project health and safety files and other written documents as required.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the budget for projects, including the planning, monitoring and reporting of project resources and finances.
• Assist in the development and supervision of project team members.
• Assist in the preparation of bids.
• Visiting Airports/Sites for meetings and surveys.

• HNC, HND or a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Charted Engineer or Incorporated Engineer working towards CE status.
• Experience in airport design work, including AGL, is essential.
• Experienced with relevant software (AutoCAD) and similar analytical tools.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design teams, including Civil and Drainage engineers.
• Experience in the design of AGL & AGL Control Systems, FEGP, LV Distribution (including standby generation), external flood lighting, road lighting and aircraft stand services.
• Possess a City & Guilds 2382-18 or 2382-22 ‘Requirements for Electrical Installations’, the Qualification for BS 7671:2018, 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations.
• Possess a CSCS card for site visits, although this can be arranged at a later date.
• Knowledge of ICAO, EASA, CAA and MAA regulatory publications and regulations.
• Knowledge of airport operations.
• Strong communication skills in dealing with clients, project partners, and the supply chain.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Can deliver on time, within budget and to the…