Senior Project Design Engineer in Darlington)

Impact Recruitment Services; Darlington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Darlington is seeking an experienced Senior Project Design Engineer to design structures for major construction projects. You will work with a team of skilled engineers, contributing to innovative engineering solutions. Suitable candidates will have a strong background in steel design, solid communication skills, and proficiency in FEA software. This role offers up to £45,000 salary and additional benefits, including a £7,480 car allowance.

Benefits

£7,480 annual car allowance

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical care

Group life assurance

5% company pension contribution

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership (MICE, MIStructE or MIMechE).
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in structural or mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of steel design and Eurocodes (especially EN 1993).

Responsibilities

• Conceptual and detailed design of permanent and temporary structures.
• Design of specialist equipment for heavy lifting and movement projects.
• Structural analysis using FEA software.

Skills

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership

Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience

Strong knowledge of steel design and Eurocodes

Proficient with AutoCAD and FEA software

Good IT skills including Excel, Word

Excellent communication and teamworking skills

Relevant on-site experience

Tools

STAAD.Pro

LUSAS

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Impact Recruitment are currently working with a market leading business within the specialist construction sector. We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team on a permanent basis.

Our client is a team of highly skilled engineers who design, develop, manufacture, and operate complex equipment used in large-scale construction projects across the globe. They deliver complete engineering solutions, including temporary works, heavy lifting systems, and bespoke structural designs for bridges, offshore structures, power stations and industrial plants.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a company that supports career growth, offers exposure to major international projects, and values innovation in engineering.

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + £7,480 annual car allowance

Location: Darlington

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7.45am - 4.150pm | Friday: 7.45am - 12.45pm

Contract: Permanent

Responsibilities:

* Conceptual and detailed design of permanent and temporary structures (mainly in steel)

* Design of specialist equipment for heavy lifting and movement projects

* Structural analysis using FEA software (STAAD.Pro, LUSAS)

* Preparation of detailed calculations and engineering drawings

* Producing sketches using AutoCAD or by hand

* Working as part of a collaborative engineering and CAD design team

* Liaising with project managers and internal departments

* Site visits to support lifting and installation operations as required

* Using Excel and other Microsoft tools to support design processes

Required Experience:

* Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership (MICE, MIStructE or MIMechE)

* Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in structural or mechanical engineering

* Strong knowledge of steel design and Eurocodes (especially EN 1993)

* Proficient with AutoCAD and FEA software

* Good IT skills including Excel, Word, and email systems

* Excellent communication and teamworking skills

* Relevant on-site experience

Desirable:

* Experience in temporary works and/or heavy lifting and moving projects

* Knowledge of hydraulic systems and equipment

* CSCS card

Benefits:

* £7,480 annual car allowance

* 23 days holiday + bank holidays

* Private medical care

* Group life assurance

* 5% company pension contribution

If this role sounds of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Impact Recruitment are working on behalf of a client.