Design Engineer

Octavius Infrastructure; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-linked annual bonus

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Private health insurance

Pension

Octopus EV car scheme

Ride to Work scheme

Gym allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Season ticket loan

Mobile phone allowance

Employee discount programme

Job summary

Navitas Engineering, part of Octavius and the RSK Group, is seeking a Design Engineer (Civils) to join our Civil Engineering team in London or Glasgow. You will support civil and infrastructure projects across rail and energy sectors, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-performing designs.

The role encourages development toward Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status. We offer a competitive salary, a performance-linked bonus, 28 days leave plus holidays, hybrid

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• Experience in industrial, utility, rail or energy infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles and design processes.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, calculations and documentation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of civil and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Contribute from feasibility through detailed design to construction support.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver solutions.
• Develop technical knowledge and professional competence toward chartered status.

Skills

Civil engineering

Calculations

Reports

Communication

Teamwork

Regulations

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

ICE/PROF MEMBERSHIP (desirable)

Tools

CAD software

CAD platforms

Job description

Design Engineer (Civils)

We are recruiting for a Design Engineer (Civils) to join us at Navitas Engineering either in London or Glasgow.

Navitas Engineering is a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy and part of Octavius and the RSK Group, one of the world's leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services businesses.

We provide engineering design, consultancy, technical assurance and specialist advisory services across the rail, energy and wider infrastructure sectors. Working with infrastructure owners, operators, contractors and consultancies, we help our clients deliver safe, sustainable and high-performing engineering solutions throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

The Design Engineer (Civils) will support the delivery of civil engineering and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects as part of Navitas Engineering's growing Civil Engineering discipline.

You’ll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

The role involves supporting the delivery of projects throughout the design lifecycle, from feasibility and option selection through to detailed design and construction support, while developing technical knowledge, practical experience and professional competence. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal teams and clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and will be encouraged to pursue professional development towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status.

You’ll work with… (because relationships are important)

A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals delivering projects across a variety of frameworks.

You’ll receive…. (because we value you)

• Competitive salary
• Performance-linked annual bonus;
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Hybrid working;
• Flexible company pension;
• Octopus EV car scheme;
• Private health insurance (subject to underwriting);
• Relevant life insurance (subject to underwriting);
• Commitment to training and personal development;
• Employee discount programme;
• Ride to Work scheme;
• Gym allowance;
• Employee Assistance Programme;
• Season ticket loan;
• Mobile phone allowance.

You’ll Bring… (your Wealth Of Experience & Qualifications)

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in industrial, utility, rail or energy infrastructure projects, particularly civil engineering works that interface with electrical installations and plant.
• Understanding of fundamental civil engineering principles and design processes.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering standards and regulations.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, calculations and engineering documentation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Experience within rail, energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors.
• Working towards professional registration with ICE or a relevant professional institution.
• Experience using industry-standard design software and CAD platforms.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and design risk management processes.
• Experience undertaking site visits, surveys or construction support activities.

Key Competencies

• Technical Competence
• Engineering Problem Solving
• Planning and Organisation
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Safety and Risk Awareness
• Commercial Awareness

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.

• Design Engineer (Civils) R01.pdf