Senior Design Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in civil engineering is seeking a passionate Senior Design Engineer to contribute to innovative tunnelling and underground construction projects. This role involves developing geotechnically optimized designs, assessing excavation methods, and preparing technical reports. Join a dynamic team working on cutting-edge tunnel and shaft designs across the UK and internationally. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a discretionary bonus and ongoing career support. If you are driven and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays

Discretionary company bonus

Car Allowance

Life insurance 4 x salary

Pension 5% company 4% employee

Ongoing career support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop structurally sound designs for underground projects.
• Assess excavation techniques and ensure ground stability.

Skills

Geotechnical Principles

Excavation Methods

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Geology

Job description

Our client is a large Civil Engineering Tier 2 contractor who specialise within RC Frames, Underground Structures, Geotechnical Engineering and Tunnelling with a 134 Million turnover. They are looking for a passionate and driven engineer looking to make a real impact in tunnelling and underground construction projects and the right candidate will be rewarded with a Salary of up to 60,000 maybe more depending on experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team, working on cutting-edge tunnel and shaft designs across the UK and internationally. This role offers a unique blend of geotechnical expertise, structural design, and innovative construction techniques.

Senior 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.

Senior 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.

Senior Design Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to 60,000.
• 23 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays.
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Car Allowance.
• Life insurance 4 x salary.
• Pension 5% company 4% employee.
• Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
• Ongoing career support.