Electric jobs in United Kingdom

Grade 8 or 9 – Full Time, Permanent.
Closing date: 15th December 2025.

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK.

Salary range for Grade 8: £47,389 – £56,535 (potential progression to £63,606).
Salary range for Grade 9: £58,225 – £67,468 (potential progression to £87,974).

The School of Engineering, founded in 2016, brings together Civil, Mechanical, and Electronic, Electrical & Systems Engineering. We are investing in state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as a £65m signature building, a £26m National Buried Infrastructure Facility, and a £28m UK Rail Research and Innovation Network. Our research excellence was highlighted in the 2021 REF, ranking Engineering in the UK’s top 10 institutions.

We are seeking a highly research‑active Civil Engineer to contribute to the Department of Civil Engineering, which focuses on Geotechnical, Structures, Fluids, Resilient Systems & Climate Action, and Railway Engineering.

The successful candidate will:
- Provide lectures, seminars and supervise undergraduate/post‑graduate students;
- Develop and innovate undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD programmes;
- Conduct original research and publish in journals, books and other outlets;
- Source and secure research grant funding;
- Participate in examinations, examinations committees and other departmental activities;
- Contribute to management, leadership and enterprise activities as appropriate.

• Computational geotechnical and structural engineering, including AI‑supported modelling, data‑driven soil–structure interaction, and field/lab data for geo‑infrastructure design.
• Digital twins, automation and robotics in construction, covering AI‑driven asset management, predictive maintenance, autonomous inspection, computer vision and smart construction processes.

• PhD (or equivalent qualification) in civil, geotechnical, structural or construction engineering.
• Evidence of a strong, research‑active portfolio and a track record of publishing.
• Postdoctoral experience is desirable.
• Industrial experience and evidence of engagement with external partners in academia, government and industry (UK and internationally) is preferred.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at a higher education institution.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; candidates from under‑represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Research and Other

Higher Education

Informal enquiries – Professor Asaad Faramarzi, Head of Department of Civil Engineering: a.faramarzi@bham.ac.uk
Professor Karl D. Dearn, Head of School of Engineering: k.d.dearn@bham.ac.uk

We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace and to continually improving our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) practices. For more information, visit our website.