Senior Design Engineer

Fawkes and Reece; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in North London is seeking a Senior Design Engineer. This role involves leading drainage design and the management of infrastructure projects while adhering to safety and environmental standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and strong experience with drainage modelling. The position offers a car/travel allowance and the opportunity to mentor junior engineers.

Benefits

Car/travel allowance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field is required.
• Chartered Engineer status or relevant professional qualification preferred.
• Strong ability to use drainage modelling tools and analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage drainage system designs for multiple projects.
• Prepare detailed designs, flood assessments, and technical reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Drainage modelling

Technical report preparation

Mentoring junior engineers

Compliance with regulations

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineering status or equivalent

Job description

Reference: SDEW_1761209203
Posted: October 23, 2025

Our client is currently seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join their team in North London. This well-respected tier 1 main contractor brings local solutions across a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects as part of long-term frameworks and to develop improvements to highway network and enhance rail infrastructure.

About the role for a Senior Design Engineer

A Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, management and implementation of drainage and SuDS solutions to mitigate flood risk and enhance environmental quality in urban development of projects. Delivering on programme, and within budget, to the highest standards of safety quality.

Responsibilities for a Senior Design Engineer

• Lead the design, implementation, and management if Drainage Systems for a range of projects, ensuring compliance with local, national and environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed designs, flood assessment, technical reports, specifications and calculations for drainage systems in line with relevant industry standards and guidelines.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers, supporting their professional development

Requirements for a Senior Design Engineer

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineering status or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Strong understanding of drainage modelling and analysis tool.

What we offer for a Senior Design Engineer

• Car/travel allowance

If you want to hear more about the Senior Design Engineer role, please apply with your most up to date copy of your CV, or contact Georgina Wiles in our London office on 02072880166.