Senior Design Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join their dynamic team specializing in tunnelling and underground construction. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative tunnel and shaft designs across the UK and internationally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering with a focus on geotechnical principles and structural design. You will be involved in developing optimized designs, conducting impact assessments, and preparing technical reports. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Life insurance: 4x salary

Pension: 5% employer contribution

Ongoing career support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop structurally sound and geotechnically optimized designs for underground projects.
• Prepare high-quality design reports and progress updates for stakeholders.

Skills

Geotechnical Principles

Structural Design

Report Writing

Excavation Methods

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Design Engineer - Tunnelling & Underground Construction

Our client is a large Civil Engineering Tier 2 contractor specializing in RC Frames, Underground Structures, Geotechnical Engineering, and Tunnelling, with a £134 million turnover. They are seeking a passionate and driven engineer eager to make a significant impact in tunnelling and underground construction projects. The right candidate will be rewarded with a salary of up to £60,000, potentially 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. The role offers a unique blend of geotechnical expertise, structural design, and innovative construction techniques.

Responsibilities

1. Tunnel & Shaft Design: Develop structurally sound and geotechnically optimized designs for various underground projects.
2. Excavation & Ground Stability: Assess and ensure safe excavation techniques, slope stability, and shoring solutions using industry-standard geotechnical principles.
3. Impact Assessments: Evaluate tunnelling effects on third-party assets and obtain necessary approvals from authorities such as National Highways and Network Rail.
4. 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology.
• 3-8 years of 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 £60,000
• Discretionary company bonus
• Life insurance: 4x 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 various industries.

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