Senior Design Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering firm is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Woking. This role involves producing detailed designs for wastewater pumping projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring design teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and proven design experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 per annum, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension and discretionary bonus

Professional development and training support

Qualifications

• Proven design experience in wastewater or water pumping systems.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and reliable approach to managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed designs and quotations for pumping schemes.
• Undertake site surveys and assess project feasibility.
• Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders for project delivery.

Skills

Design experience in wastewater systems

Knowledge of UK water industry standards

Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

simPRO

Job description

The Role

As Senior Design Engineer, you'll:

• Produce detailed designs, quotations, and submissions for medium to large wastewater and surface water pumping schemes.
• Undertake site surveys, collect technical data, and assess project feasibility.
• Ensure all design work meets UK water industry standards and legislation (including Sewers for Adoption and Codes of Adoption).
• Oversee and mentor members of the design, estimating, and CAD teams.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and commercially sound project delivery.
• Deputise for the Technical Director when required — managing departmental operations and workload allocation.

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
• Proven design experience in wastewater or water pumping systems.
• Strong working knowledge of UK water industry standards and specifications.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, simPRO, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• A proactive, reliable approach — able to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• A full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £50,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension and discretionary bonus
• Professional development and training support
• A collaborative, technically focused team environment
• Clear opportunities for progression into leadership

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and want to join a well-established business with a strong reputation in the UK water industry, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role