Senior Design Engineer - Main contractor

RGB Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Greater London. The successful candidate will lead design packages on major infrastructure projects, provide technical leadership, and ensure compliance with standards. Applicants should have a relevant degree, ideally be a Chartered Engineer, and possess strong civil engineering design skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are on offer.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on flagship infrastructure schemes

Supportive team culture

Clear career progression

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.
• Strong background in civil engineering design, ideally contractor-side.
• Strong knowledge of UK codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design phases, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Produce, review, and approve designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, consultants, and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Civil engineering design

AutoCAD

Revit

STAAD Pro

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Overview

Senior Design Engineer – Civil Engineering Main Contractor. The Role: A leading civil engineering main contractor is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join their team in Greater London. You'll take ownership of design packages on major infrastructure projects, provide technical leadership, and play a pivotal role in delivering safe, efficient, and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design phases, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Produce, review, and approve designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, consultants, and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Carry out site inspections and resolve design issues.
• Support project planning, risk management, and value engineering.
• Ensure deliverables are met on time, to budget, and to quality.

About You

• Degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline (Master\'s desirable).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it.
• Strong background in civil engineering design, ideally contractor-side.
• Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, STAAD Pro (or similar software).
• Strong knowledge of UK codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on flagship infrastructure schemes.
• Supportive team culture with clear career progression.
• Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits.

How to Apply

If you\'re an experienced Design Engineer looking to step into a senior role and make an impact on high-profile projects, we\'d love to hear from you.

Please contact Laura at RGB for more information