60 Engineering jobs in Edinburgh

• Manage all phases of civil engineering infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and handover.
• Lead and motivate project teams, comprising engineers, architects, contractors, and other specialists.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring resource allocation and control.
• Oversee the technical design and engineering aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Manage contractor selection, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure robust risk management processes are in place and effectively implemented.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and the public to ensure effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards throughout all project activities.
• Prepare regular progress reports and presentations for senior management and clients.
• Drive innovation and the adoption of best practices in civil engineering project delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; a Master's degree is advantageous.
• Chartered Engineer (e.g., CEng MICE) status is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management, with a strong focus on infrastructure projects (e.g., transportation, water, utilities).
• Demonstrated success in managing projects of significant scale and complexity.
• In-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and project management methodologies (e.g., Prince2, PMP).
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and CAD software.
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Experience working in a remote project management capacity is highly valued.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable, and safe infrastructure solutions.

• £45,000
• Monday - Friday role 
• Strong job security and stability
• Further progression and development opportunities 
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Various perks and benefits

• Proven experience within the Pumps industry 
• Overseeing daily workshop operations to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery 
• Responsible for a team of Engineers and coordinating tasks, including installations, troubleshooting, repairs and services 
• Monitor and improve productivity levels 
• Ensure all tools and machinery are properly maintained and calibrated 
• Liaising with clients, providing quotations, estimates and timelines for services 
• Responsible for always promoting health & safety awareness

Livingston Precision Engineering (LPE) business wants to add an estimator into their engineering department. The vacancy will suit an individual with a technical background in sheet-metal manufacturing processes.

LPE have an unrivalled scale in the sub-contract manufacturing market, with a number of blue chip customers. The opportunity will give the right person a foundation that will allow them to grow within our management team

The role is business based; a good communicator is essential due to the interaction with other departments within the factory as well as the rest of our group. (Deans Engineering and FST), customers and suppliers.

The salary will be competitive and will include 7% pension, free life insurance 33 days holiday and a profit-sharing bonus.

We have a very bright and exciting future at LPE and this role will allow the right person to become an integral part of it.

Job Title: Engineering Geologist

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: 30-40,000 (depending on experience)

A successful civil engineering company are seeking an engineering geologist with geotechnical and geo-environmental experience to join their contaminated land specialist team. In this engineering geologist role, you will be working on projects local to the North West and you will have the chance to utilise and further develop your interpretive reporting skills, as well as remediation strategies and phase 3 preparation.

The company is ambitious and ideally so are you! Chartership support is available and no 2 days are the same, with such a mix of geotechnical work on offer.

Engineering Geologist package:

• Competitive salary 30-40,000 (depending on experience)
• Generous pension scheme
• Site bonuses
• Company Vehicle
• Fantastic working conditions
• Flexible benefits
• Full training
• Exciting projects

To be considered for this engineering geologist position, you need:

• A background of geotechnical or/and geo-environmental engineering
• Interpretive report writing
• Geology related degree
• Full driving licence
• Permanent UK Visa
• Located commutable to Edinburgh

If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and you meet the criteria for this engineering geologist opportunity, get in touch now before the role is gone!

Interested in this or other geo roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Livingston Precision Engineering (LPE) business wants to add an estimator into their engineering department. The vacancy will suit an individual with a technical background in sheet-metal manufacturing processes.

LPE have an unrivalled scale in the sub-contract manufacturing market, with a number of blue chip customers. The opportunity will give the right person a foundation that will allow them to grow within our management team

The role is business based; a good communicator is essential due to the interaction with other departments within the factory as well as the rest of our group. (Deans Engineering and FST), customers and suppliers.

The salary will be competitive and will include 7% pension, free life insurance 33 days holiday and a profit-sharing bonus.

We have a very bright and exciting future at LPE and this role will allow the right person to become an integral part of it.

Job Title: Engineering Geologist

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: 30-40,000 (depending on experience)

A successful civil engineering company are seeking an engineering geologist with geotechnical and geo-environmental experience to join their contaminated land specialist team. In this engineering geologist role, you will be working on projects local to the North West and you will have the chance to utilise and further develop your interpretive reporting skills, as well as remediation strategies and phase 3 preparation.

The company is ambitious and ideally so are you! Chartership support is available and no 2 days are the same, with such a mix of geotechnical work on offer.

Engineering Geologist package:

• Competitive salary 30-40,000 (depending on experience)
• Generous pension scheme
• Site bonuses
• Company Vehicle
• Fantastic working conditions
• Flexible benefits
• Full training
• Exciting projects

To be considered for this engineering geologist position, you need:

• A background of geotechnical or/and geo-environmental engineering
• Interpretive report writing
• Geology related degree
• Full driving licence
• Permanent UK Visa
• Located commutable to Edinburgh

If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and you meet the criteria for this engineering geologist opportunity, get in touch now before the role is gone!

Interested in this or other geo roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

• £45,000
• Monday - Friday role 
• Strong job security and stability
• Further progression and development opportunities 
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Various perks and benefits

• Proven experience within the Pumps industry 
• Overseeing daily workshop operations to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery 
• Responsible for a team of Engineers and coordinating tasks, including installations, troubleshooting, repairs and services 
• Monitor and improve productivity levels 
• Ensure all tools and machinery are properly maintained and calibrated 
• Liaising with clients, providing quotations, estimates and timelines for services 
• Responsible for always promoting health & safety awareness

Engineering Manager - Edinburgh - Pumps industry - £45,000

About the Company

Are you an experienced Engineering Manager? Do you consider yourself to be a true leader with drive, ambition and energy? Do you want to be part of an incredible business in Edinburgh?

If yes, this could be the job for you!

We are recruiting for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a business with a fantastic reputati.

First People Solutions are partnering with a leading civil engineering firm who specialise in earthworks on power and renewable energy projects, and we are recruiting an experienced Civil Engineering General Foreman on a permanent basis to cover projects through Scotland.

You will ideally be located in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fife or anywhere else throughout the central belt and able to travel to various sites throughout Scotland when required.

You will need to have:

• Demonstrable experience in civil engineering and earthworks.
• Skilled in managing direct teams, subcontractors, and plant.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety management on site.
• Confident IT and record-keeping skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across Scotland.
• SMSTS/SSSTS certification.
• First Aid certification.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Organise labour, plant, and materials to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Take ownership of site health and safety, ensuring RAMS are communicated and followed.
• Assist the Site Agent with initial set-up, implementing company systems and procedures.
• Read and interpret technical drawings; carry out accurate material take-offs.
• Manage and coordinate direct labour and gangers to deliver civil engineering works.
• Oversee delivery of earthworks and reinforced concrete packages.
• Lead daily briefings and toolbox talks.
• Keep clear and accurate site records, including diaries, allocation sheets, plant returns, and GRNs.
• Contribute to weekly progress meetings, providing updates on resources and programme status.
• Liaise with subcontractors, offering support to ensure smooth delivery.
• Identify and escalate technical issues where appropriate.
• Ensure works are delivered on time, within budget, and to programme requirements.

It would be beneficial but not essential if you have:

• Previous experience in live substations or the energy sector.
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete works.
• HSG47 Service Avoidance (Cat/Genny).

If this is something you are interested in then please get in touch ASAP. Please call or text Kieran on (phone number removed). Even if you don't have an up-to-date CV at this moment in time. I can always help you create one.

Everyone will get a response.

If you feel that this position isn't for you but you know of someone from your time in the industry who would be interested, then please feel free to screenshot this advert and send on to them via WhatsApp or post on your various social media accounts.

Kieran Quinn
First People Solutions
Account Manager - White Collar Civil Engineering & Construction Recruitment.
(phone number removed)

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.