Temporary Works Design Engineer

Matchtech; Widnes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer to join their team in Daresbury. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and the opportunity to work on significant rail and infrastructure projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and proven experience in temporary works design.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in temporary works design within the rail or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of BS 5975, CDM Regulations, and construction methodology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce detailed temporary works designs.
• Provide technical support to project managers and site teams.
• Ensure designs comply with BS 5975 and safety regulations.

Skills

Proven experience in temporary works design

Strong understanding of BS 5975

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered or working towards CEng MICE / MIStructE

Tools

AutoCAD

Tedds

Revit

Job description

Location: Daresbury, Cheshire

Company: Principal Contractor - Design Engineering Team

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer to join our in‑house design engineering team based in Daresbury. This role will play a key part in supporting major Rail and Infrastructure projects across the UK, providing safe, innovative, and cost‑effective temporary works solutions from concept through to completion.

Working within a Principal Contractor environment, you will collaborate closely with construction and site teams to ensure all temporary works are designed, checked, and implemented in line with project requirements, design standards, and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and produce detailed temporary works designs, calculations, and drawings for rail and infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical support and advice to project managers, site teams, and subcontractors on all aspects of temporary works.
• Ensure designs comply with BS 5975, Network Rail standards, and relevant health & safety regulations.
• Undertake design checks, risk assessments, and design reviews as required.
• Liaise with permanent works designers to ensure temporary works integrate effectively into the overall project design.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation, design risk assessments, and records for assurance purposes.
• Support the Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and ensure smooth communication between design and site delivery teams.
• Contribute to the development and standardisation of the company's internal design processes and best practices.

Requirements

Essential:

• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered or working towards CEng MICE / MIStructE status.
• Proven experience in temporary works design within the rail or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of BS 5975, CDM Regulations, and construction methodology.
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Tedds, Revit, or equivalent structural analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable:

• Experience working for a Principal Contractor or within a design & build environment.
• Network Rail design experience or understanding of Network Rail assurance processes.
• Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor training.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Hybrid working with base at our Daresbury office
• Opportunity to work on major UK rail and infrastructure projects
• Professional development and support towards chartership
• Collaborative and innovative team culture within a leading design engineering function