Piling Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Winston-Salem (NC); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Design Engineer with experience in piling and geotechnical engineering for a remote position. The role includes delivering design solutions, managing design processes, and supporting tender submissions. An attractive salary package and opportunities for career progression are offered as part of their growth strategy.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in piling, foundations, or geotechnical engineering sectors.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Driving license required for site travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality design solutions aligned with project specifications.
• Review designs to reduce risks and improve efficiency.
• Prepare reports on design performance.

Skills

Design experience in piling

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Client communication

Ability to manage design processes

Hands-on approach

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering

Job description

Job Description

Design Engineer

This challenging and exciting Design Engineer opportunity (remote) requires an ambitious engineer with experience in design within the piling, foundations, or ground and geotechnical engineering sectors. This position is remote, so any UK location will be considered, but a full UK driving licence is required as occasional site travel will be necessary.

The successful candidate will ideally (but not necessarily) possess a relevant qualification and design experience in any of the mentioned sectors.

The Person

• Demonstrable experience in the design of piling, foundations, or ground and geotechnical engineering contracts.
• Ability to contribute to various design areas with enthusiasm and drive.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to relate to people at all levels and maintain respect professionally and personally.
• Understanding of the requirements of a fast-paced design department, with the ability to manage and deliver daily design processes.
• Ability to maximize business return through design proposals and develop client relationships via high service levels.
• Hands-on approach in a team environment, promoting alternative solutions and innovation.
• Proven experience in client communication.

The Role

• Contribute to delivering high-quality design solutions aligned with project specifications and client needs.
• Review and challenge designs to reduce risks and improve efficiency.
• Produce high-quality material, identify constraints, and update project teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Promote company values and collaborate across teams to add value in design processes.
• Work with estimating and pre-contract teams to support tender submissions.
• Prepare reports on design performance for decision-making.
• Participate in review meetings, client presentations, and progress meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with policies, legal requirements, and best practices.
• Manage personal targets, risks, and design change initiatives effectively.
• Liaise with relevant internal teams as needed.

An attractive salary and benefits package are offered, along with career progression opportunities, given the company's growth and future workload.

Our Client

One of the UK's largest specialist contractors, known for providing advanced, cost-effective design and build solutions in civil engineering, infrastructure, and construction. They value engineering excellence, innovation, and have extensive technical and R&D resources.

We are committed to equal opportunities and fair treatment of all applicants.