Temp Works Design Engineer - Infrastructure & Heavy Civil

Randstad CPE; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer to join their design team on a major infrastructure project. You will produce, check, and manage structural calculations and drawings for temporary works across live environments, working with site delivery teams, TWCs, and principal designers to ensure safety and compliance.

The role requires knowledge of BS 5975, Eurocodes, and CDM 2015, and proficiency in Tekla, STAAD Pro, Robot, IDEA Statica,

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven track record as Temporary Works Design Engineer or Senior TW Designer in heavy civil/rail/infrastructure environments.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of BS 5975, Eurocodes, and CDM 2015 regulations.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and frame/calculation software: Tekla Structural Designer, STAAD Pro, Robot, IDEA Statica, AutoCAD, MicroStation.
• ICE or IStructE qualification (CEng, IEng, or working towards) is desirable; TW Design training is an advantage.
• Excellent technical writing and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed structural calculations, design concepts, and engineering drawings for temporary works.
• Execute Category 1, 2, and 3 design checks per BS 5975 and TW procedures.
• Liaise with site managers, TWCs, and subcontractors to convert site constraints into practical temporary designs.
• Perform hazard identifications, risk assessments, and constructability reviews per CDM 2015.
• Review external subcontractor temporary works proposals and respond to RFIs/TQs promptly.

Skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

STAAD Pro

Robot

IDEA Statica

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Randstad CPE in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer to join their design team on a major infrastructure project. You will produce, check, and manage structural calculations and drawings for temporary works across live environments, working with site delivery teams, TWCs, and principal designers to ensure safety and compliance.

The role requires knowledge of BS 5975, Eurocodes, and CDM 2015, and proficiency in Tekla, STAAD Pro, Robot, IDEA Statica,