Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineer to join their growing team in Leicester. This role involves key responsibilities in designing infrastructure solutions, engaging with clients, and managing projects throughout their lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring experience in civil engineering within residential and commercial sectors. They offer a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for progression in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and Life Insurance

Company pension scheme

Flexible working conditions

Central city location with excellent transport links

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer in residential/commercial development.
• Proficient in Site 3D and AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Ability to manage projects from planning to construction.

Responsibilities

• Delivering design solutions using AutoCAD and Site 3D software.
• Developing drainage strategies and preparing technical submissions.
• Liaising with clients and managing project timelines.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Site 3D software

Time management

Job description

Job Description

Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineer

Location:

Leicester

Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Competitive + Benefits

I am seeking an experienced Infrastructure Design Engineer to join a growing, multidisciplinary team based in Leicester. With over 30 years of established success, they deliver expert civil and structural engineering services across a broad portfolio of residential and commercial developments. Due to an increasing workload and continued growth, they are expanding their team and offering a stable, long-term career opportunity.

For this Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineer role, reporting directly to the management team, you will take a key role in the design and delivery of infrastructure solutions, including highways, drainage, and sustainable systems.

You will be involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept design through to technical delivery and construction phase, working closely with clients, local authorities, the wider design team, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Delivering design solutions using AutoCAD 2D/3D and Site 3D software.
2. Developing drainage strategies, SuDS designs, flood risk assessments, and associated section agreements (e.g., Section 104, 106, and 278).
3. Designing highways and preparing technical submissions for adoption agreements.
4. Liaising with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary design teams.
5. Managing project timelines, resources, and technical output.
6. Supervising and mentoring technicians and junior staff.

About You:

• Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer, preferably within residential and/or commercial development sectors.
• Proficient in Site 3D and AutoCAD 2D/3D, or similar.
• Confident managing projects from early planning through to construction.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and keen to take on responsibility.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health and Life Insurance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working conditions.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Central city location with excellent transport links.
• Real opportunities for career progression within an expanding consultancy.

In order to discuss this Civil/Infrastructure Design Engineer role and other similar roles, please call MIKAELA on (phone number removed) or email your CV to us.