Senior Design Engineer
Crewe Full time Flexible hours Hybrid Permanent
Open on experience salary will reflect this (competitive)
We're looking for a Senior Civils Design Engineer to lead and develop a talented design team in Crewe. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role is ideal for a proactive professional with strong technical expertise and proven experience in rail civil engineering projects.
About the Role:
As Senior Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, compliant, and safe design solutions across rail Civil and Structural. Youll manage the full design lifecyclefrom feasibility studies through to project close-outwhile mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continual improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the delivery of design projects within time and budget constraints
Produce and check design documentation including drawings, reports, specifications, and risk assessments
Undertake site inspections, surveys, and investigations
Champion compliance with British and European Standards, CDM 2015, and Safe by Design principles
Act as Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) where required
Support business development by attending client meetings and representing the company
Mentor, train, and manage junior members of the team
The ideal candidate:
Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related subject
Membership of a relevant professional institution (ICE, IStructE, PWI, etc.)
Strong understanding of the railway environment and civil engineering design delivery
Demonstrated experience leading or managing design teams
Knowledge of relevant safety legislation and standards
PTS card (or ability to obtain)
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
Desirable:
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
CAD proficiency and experience with electronic project systems
Qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely, or First Aid at Work
BIM awareness or experience
Why Join?
A collaborative environment focused on engineering excellence
Clear opportunities for progression and chartership support
Flexible, forward-thinking leadership
Commitment to professional development and CPD
Be part of a company thats reshaping how infrastructure is designedwith buildability at the heart
To apply, please hit 'APPLY NOW' or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech
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