Senior Design Engineer

Thorn Baker Construction; England; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Watford. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex civil and structural projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong design background, relevant degree, and proficiency in design software. Join a dynamic team to make a significant impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards CEng status.
• Strong design background in civil or structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design and engineering phases of major projects.
• Produce, review, and approve engineering drawings and designs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

STAAD Pro

Job description

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Watford

Salary: £51,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A leading construction and engineering firm is looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join their team in Watford. This is a great chance to take the lead on complex civil and structural projects and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Design Engineer:

• Lead and manage the design and engineering phases of major projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Produce, review, and approve engineering drawings, designs, and specifications.
• Collaborate closely with architects, project managers, and contractors to ensure design alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.
• Conduct site visits to monitor design implementation and address technical challenges.
• Participate in value engineering, risk assessments, and project planning activities.
• Ensure project milestones, budgets, safety standards, and quality benchmarks are consistently met.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
• Chartered or working towards CEng status
• Strong design background in civil or structural engineering
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, STAAD Pro, or similar
• Solid understanding of codes, standards, and regulations
• Great communicator and confident team player

APPLY!

If this Senior Design Engineer role sounds of interest hit apply to send your CV, or if you have any questions, please contact Kirk at Thorn Baker Recruitment, Bristol.