Design Engineer

Bennett and Game; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Design Engineer to work on high-profile tunnelling and underground projects. This role offers the chance to develop innovative designs and gain exposure to cutting-edge construction techniques while enjoying career development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays

Discretionary company bonus

Car Allowance

Life insurance 4 x salary

Pension 5% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution

Ongoing career support

Qualifications

• 3-8 years' experience in tunnel, shaft, or geotechnical/structural design.
• Strong understanding of excavation methods and tunnelling impact assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop structurally sound and geotechnically optimized designs for underground projects.
• Assess safe excavation techniques and ensure slope stability.
• Prepare high-quality design reports and progress updates.

Skills

Geotechnical Principles

Report Writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Geology

Job description

Are you ready to take your next step in underground construction and tunnelling design? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking Tier 2 civil engineering contractor, with a strong reputation in reinforced concrete (RC) frames, geotechnical engineering, and complex underground structures. With a turnover of £134 million and a growing project portfolio, they're expanding their in-house design team to meet increasing demand.

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Design Engineer who's keen to make a real impact on a variety of high-profile tunnelling and underground works across the UK and beyond.

Why join this team?

• Be part of a collaborative, growing design team working on technically challenging and rewarding projects.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge shaft and tunnel design, with opportunities to apply both geotechnical and structural expertise.
• Work with innovative construction techniques that push the boundaries of underground engineering.
• Career development, mentoring and long-term progression opportunities within a stable and respected contractor.
• Competitive salary of up to £50,000+ (dependent on experience), plus benefits.

Design Engineer Job Overview

• Tunnel & Shaft Design - Develop structurally sound and geotechnically optimized designs for various underground projects.
• Excavation & Ground Stability - Assess and ensure safe excavation techniques, slope stability, and shoring solutions using industry-standard geotechnical principles.
• Impact Assessments - Evaluate tunnelling effects on third-party assets and obtain necessary approvals from National Highways, Network Rail, etc.
• Technical Reporting - Prepare high-quality design reports and progress updates for stakeholders and clients.

Specialist Design Work - Contribute to complex designs, including:

• Shaft buoyant stability, reinforced concrete bases, and cover slabs.
• Tunnel designs for Microtunnelling, Pipejacking, HDD, Augerbore, and Timber Headings.
• Earthworks and soil nailing solutions.
• Crane platforms and temporary works design.

Design Engineer Job Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology.
• 3-8 years' experience in tunnel, shaft, or geotechnical/structural design.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, excavation methods, and tunnelling impact assessments.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to £50,000.
• 23 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays.
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Car Allowance.
• Life insurance 4 x salary.
• Pension 5% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution.
• Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
• Ongoing career support.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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