Senior Civil / Structural Engineer - Rail Projects

Ecruit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Civil / Structural Engineer to lead high-impact rail projects. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for delivering technical designs, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating effectively across disciplines. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with Network Rail projects and a commitment to quality and safety. This position comes with a competitive salary and a culture prioritizing employee well-being.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance & Medicash plan

Annual bonus scheme

Two volunteering days a year

Enhanced maternity, paternity & compassionate leave

Flexible and hybrid working options

Discount schemes and salary sacrifice benefits

Birthday lunch on us

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering Network Rail civil or structural designs.
• Confident solving technical problems and presenting solutions.
• Ready to lead and mentor others while building your own future.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review design packages for Network Rail projects.
• Create practical, high-quality solutions meeting client requirements.
• Collaborate with other disciplines for seamless project delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and build leadership credentials.
• Apply industry standards confidently.

Skills

Network Rail civil or structural designs

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Leadership

Technical presentation

Education

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, or working towards it

Tools

Tekla

Revit

Job description

Senior Civil / Structural Engineer – Rail Projects
Location: Manchester, Liverpool or London
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 (Depending on experience)
Contract: 9-month Fixed Term | 40 hours per week | Hybrid (60% office based)

Want to fast-track your career with real design ownership and visibility on major rail projects? Looking for hands‑on engineering that builds your reputation and grows your future?

At Vextrix, you’ll lead complex infrastructure work, get your designs built, and develop as a trusted expert in the rail sector. We’re a people‑first consultancy that helps talented engineers thrive through support, challenge, and opportunity.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in delivering high‑impact civil and structural designs – from station upgrades and footbridges to multi‑storey car parks and platform works. You'll be hands‑on, responsible for producing and reviewing technical designs that shape real‑world infrastructure.

You’ll grow your leadership profile, work closely with directors, and gain exposure to increasingly complex projects that develop your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review design packages for Network Rail projects – your work will be seen and used on the ground
• Create practical, high‑quality solutions that meet client and safety requirements
• Collaborate with other disciplines for seamless project delivery
• Mentor junior team members and build your leadership credentials
• Apply industry standards confidently, with tools like Tekla and Revit to support delivery

About Our Company

Formed in 2009 the vision for Vextrix was created out of a desire to simply do things differently. John Williamson and Phil Marsden founded the company with a determination to treat people exceptionally well and commit to their word for both employees and clients alike.

Today with 3 offices and over 60 employees, an amazing culture with growth year on year, their commitment is stronger than ever. A culture of empathetic leadership, a work place where everyone can be themselves, where the whole person comes first both in work and home, giving back to communities, and a mission to make sure all of our people are happy has seen us retain and attract the best people.

The Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance & Medicash plan
• Annual bonus scheme
• Two volunteering days a year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & compassionate leave
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Discount schemes and salary sacrifice benefits
• Birthday lunch on us

The Person

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, or working towards it
• Strong experience delivering Network Rail civil or structural designs
• Confident solving technical problems and presenting solutions
• Ready to lead and mentor others while building your own future
• Practical, driven, and eager to take the next step

What’s Next

We don’t just look at your CV – we look at who you are. If you need any adjustments, just let us know.

Apply now and build your name on standout rail projects with Vextrix.