Digital Engineer

Location: Chesterfield substation - some travel to our project hub in Birmingham may be required. Laing O'Rourke are seeking a high calibre and experienced Digital Engineer to join our team, helping to deliver a major project framework for the National Grid. This is an exciting opportunity for a digitally driven professional with strong expertise in 3D modelling, 4D simulation, and 5D model-based quantification to play a key role in delivering innovative digital solutions on a landmark project. The role will be site based in Chesterfield, where we are constructing a new substation. You will support the deployment of digital solutions on a key national project - The Great Grid Upgrade. Find out more about the project framework here, * Support Digital Team Leads in scoping digital services, planning deliverables, and managing deadlines for company-wide digital tasks.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop coordinated digital solutions that support planning, communication, and project delivery objectives.
• Translate project information into detailed and accurate 3D and 4D models, including sequencing, staging, and logistics.
• Manage and develop 3D models and visualisation environments in line with client and company requirements.
• Champion the use of 4D construction sequencing tools and animation workflows to communicate programme-critical information effectively.
• Implement model-based quantification processes and support the visualisation of 5D outputs.
• Drive the development and delivery of solutions aligned with Digital Standards and industry best practice.
• Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practice across Digital Engineering services.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior leadership teams and project stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve digital delivery, efficiency, and project outcomes.
• Deliver high-quality digital outputs on time and to scope.
• Mentor and support trainees and team members in 3D modelling, 4D sequencing, 5D quantification, and visualisation workflows.
• Provide constructive feedback and development support to direct reports where applicable.

• Excellent communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Strong understanding of design, manufacturing, and construction processes and the ability to communicate these visually.
• Degree in design, construction, or engineering-related discipline, or a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with BIM or 3D-based technologies.
• Ability to train and mentor others in digital workflows and tools.
• Able to work collaboratively within a Digital Central Services Team environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage agreed deliverables.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to projects, offices, and group events as required.

Desirable

• Experience with advanced visualisation and rendering platforms such as:

• Autodesk 3DS Max

• Omniverse

• Chaos Vantage

• Chaos V-Ray

• Unreal Engine

• Experience with coding/programming tools including Dynamo, Python, or HTML.

• Visualisation and animation tools such as Lumion or Twinmotion

• Working knowledge of 4D planning tools such as Synchro Pro (or similar).

• Experience with model scheduling and quantification processes aligned to NRM1.

• Experience using Solibri, Trimble Connect, or Power BI.

• Recognised BIM Qualification

Recommended Jobs Our Benefits Private medical insurance Life assurance Personal accident and injury insurance Income protection Pension - basic & enhanced Annual leave Discounts portal Online doctor Voluntary benefits Work-life benefits Employee assistance programme Car/travel allowance Previous Next

Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.