Temporary Works Design Engineer – Rail & Civils

Amcogiffen; Coalville; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Volunteer days (up to 3)

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Health Cash Plan and Rewards

Development opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Employee forums

Job summary

AmcoGiffen is seeking a Design Engineer specializing in Temporary Works to join our North West team in Warrington. You will develop robust Temporary Works designs for rail and other infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across feasibility through detailed design stages.

The role requires a degree in civil/design engineering, experience in Temporary Works in rail or civils, and membership or progression toward ICE/IStructE.

Qualifications

• Degree‑qualified Civil or Design Engineer (BSc / BEng) preferred.
• Experience in civil engineering design (bridges, structures, stations or platforms).
• Strong background in Temporary Works design within rail or civils environments.
• Chartered or working towards ICE / IStructE at Chartered or Incorporated level.
• Experience in client, contractor or consultancy environments is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions for Temporary Works supporting rail and non‑rail infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high‑quality, robust designs meeting client requirements.
• Apply sound engineering principles to propose practical solutions from feasibility to detail.
• Design and check Temporary Works designs and calculations.
• Produce clear calculations, reports and sketches aligned with Codes of Practice and Standards.
• Communicate design intent within the team and with stakeholders.
• Represent the design function in meetings with clients and partners.
• Support the team’s financial, quality and programme objectives.
• Promote safe working practices across all activities.

Job description

AmcoGiffen is seeking a Design Engineer specializing in Temporary Works to join our North West team in Warrington. You will develop robust Temporary Works designs for rail and other infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across feasibility through detailed design stages.

The role requires a degree in civil/design engineering, experience in Temporary Works in rail or civils, and membership or progression toward ICE/IStructE.