Senior Engineer

Amey; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Minimum 24 days holiday

Flexible benefits scheme

Health cash plan

Wellbeing programmes

Community involvement days

Online voucher portal for discounts

Hybrid and flexible work patterns

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Consulting Rail team in Birmingham. This role involves leading a team, mentoring junior designers, and overseeing the production of technical designs. Candidates should possess significant experience in Rail/Civil engineering, with a Bachelor's or Master's degree. The position offers flexible working patterns, a generous benefits package including a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• Developed experience in Rail/Civil engineering.
• Ability to produce technically sound rail engineering solutions.
• Successful completion of initial professional development for licensing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in engineering solutions compliant with standards.
• Prepare and check designs, calculations, and documentation.
• Commercially manage projects and liaise with clients.

Skills

Rail/Civil engineering expertise

Knowledge of design processes

Technical standards compliance

Health, safety and welfare knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant subject

Job description

Senior Engineer

Amey is a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Opportunity

Permanent Senior Civil Engineer to join our Consulting Rail team based in Birmingham, Derby, York, Bristol, Manchester, and Cardiff.

Key Projects

• Northern Powerhouse Rail
• Eastern Routes Partnership
• Northwest & Central Framework
• Core Valley Lines
• Trans‑Pennine Route Upgrade
• Cardiff Crossrail

Role

As a Senior Engineer you will act as a team leader, support the Design Team Leader, take the lead on projects, mentor junior designers, and oversee the production of technically sound designs, calculations, drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team, producing engineering solutions that comply with all relevant technical standards and client requirements while working independently and supervising junior staff.
• Prepare and check designs, calculations, drawings and documentation to meet quality, cost and programme criteria.
• Oversee the work of junior team members and take responsibility for their outputs.
• Commercially manage projects within the portfolio, controlling budgets and managing costs associated with deliverables.
• Liaise with client and supplier representatives, attend progress meetings and respond to queries.
• Contribute to bid preparation and the general work‑winning process.
• Work on site on a visiting basis, full‑time temporary role, or out‑of‑hours shift as required.
• Manage a small to medium single‑discipline technical team, including people‑management responsibilities when needed.

Qualifications

• Developed experience and expertise in Rail/Civil engineering, gained in an engineer role or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of design processes and procedures relevant to civil engineering.
• Ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound rail engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements.
• Experience with health, safety and welfare tasks, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Successful completion of the initial professional development leading to Incorporated or Chartered status, or equivalent professional licence.
• Demonstrable commitment to achieving professional status within the required timeframe.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an appropriate subject, or demonstrable equivalent further learning.

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme with employer contribution.
• Minimum 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits scheme – choose additional annual leave, cycle2work, charity giving, gym membership, etc.
• Health cash plan, 24 GP, wellbeing programmes, dental vouchers.
• Wellbeing Wednesday and wellbeing ambassadors.
• Community involvement days – 2 days per year to volunteer for a chosen charity.
• Online voucher portal for discounts from leading retailers.
• Hybrid, part‑time and flexible work patterns.
• EDI affinity groups – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, Parents & Carers.

Career Development

• Dedicated progression framework with mentoring to support career milestones.
• Encouragement to pursue a recognised professional qualification with a chartership bonus for achievement.

Application Guidance

• Amey is committed to inclusion and diversity; applications from all suitably qualified candidates are welcomed regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.
• We offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements.
• Contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] for access needs or reasonable adjustments.