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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