Explore senior engineer job opportunities suited to experienced professionals. Senior engineers are vital in technology, construction, and manufacturing, applying their expertise to design, develop, and implement solutions. These roles demand a strong understanding of engineering principles, project‑management skills, and the capability to lead teams. Senior engineers often work on complex projects, requiring innovative thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
Job boards feature numerous senior engineer positions, reflecting the demand for skilled engineers across various sectors. These roles provide opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Senior engineers contribute significantly to their organizations by mentoring junior staff and driving technological advancements. They play a crucial part in ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
Candidates searching for senior engineer jobs should possess a relevant engineering degree, substantial experience, and a proven track record of successful project delivery. Strong communication and leadership skills are important for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Senior engineer positions offer competitive salaries and benefits, making them attractive career options for experienced engineers.
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Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber £50,000 - £80,000 per year help_outline Caval Ltd
Posted 1 day ago
Job Description Permanent
Project: Various bulk earthworks and civils projects
Location: Barnsley (office based with regional site visits)
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Director
Why Join?
Predominantly office based position with limited site travel across Yorkshire
Opportunity to lead engineering input on transport and earthworks projects
Stable workload with long term career progressio.
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to take responsibility for all on‑site engineering activities. You will oversee setting‑out engineers and subcontractors while taking ownership of Temporary Works coordination and compliance. This is a key site‑based role, ensuring technical accuracy, quality assurance, and safe delivery of works across the project.
Key Responsibilities Lead all setting‑out activities, ensuring accuracy across RC frames, groundworks, and structural elements
Manage and verify site engineering surveys, including drainage, slab levels, lift shafts, stairwells, and as‑built records
Coordinate and check construction drawings, resolving dimensional clashes and discrepancies
Oversee Temporary Works implementation in line with approved designs and safety procedures
Carry out QA inspections, including rebar checks, cube testing, and post‑pour slab edge level surveys
Order and coordinate materials for RC frame, drainage, and waterproofing packages
Use Fieldview for inspections, QA documentation, and issue tracking
Manage drawings and project documentation
Raise and track RFIs, resolve setting‑out issues, and support site safety and compliance requirements
About You Degree‑qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
Proven experience delivering engineering works on major construction projects, ideally involving RC frame, groundworks, and high‑rise structures
Experience managing and mentoring site engineers
Temporary Works accredited, with a strong practical understanding of TWC/TWS responsibilities
Proficient in Fieldview for QA reporting and inspections
Confident using 4Projects (or similar systems) to manage drawings and technical documentation
Strong setting‑out, surveying, and construction sequencing skills
Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities, with confidence liaising with subcontractors, consultants, and site teams
Proactive approach to health & safety, quality control, and compliance
What Senior Engineer Jobs are in the United Kingdom? High Wycombe, South East £50,000 - £80,000 per year help_outline Copello Global
Posted 1 day ago
Job Description Copello are working with a defence client who is looking for a Senior Engineer to join its development team base in High Wycombe with its Air Traffic Control product range.
The individual will undertake the role of systems integration and installation engineer for Air Traffic Management surveillance, windfarm mitigation solutions and Data Processing and Display systems. Although experience of ATC is desirable, experience in integration, verification and validation is essential.
Responsibilities
Undertake systems integration and installation engineering for Air Traffic Management surveillance, windfarm mitigation solutions and Data Processing and Display systems.
Work with the team to build up an understanding of the ATC product, its markets, competition and future requirements.
Any other duties that are reasonably requested by management within the capability of the engineer.
Qualifications
Engineering degree in relevant discipline required.
At least 5 years development experience (technical).
Demonstrable experience of technical team leadership.
Please note that SC Clearance must be obtainable for this role.
If you feel you have the right skills and experience please apply, or send your CV to and we will be in touch for a further conversation.
Is this job a match or a miss? Littlehampton, South East £50,000 - £80,000 per year help_outline Advanced Energy
Posted today
Job Description JOB TITLE: Sr Electronic Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
LOCATION: Littlehampton, UK
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY: Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission‑critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data centre computing and healthcare. With engineering know‑how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs engineering work in applied research, design, development, testing, manufacturing, and documentation of products or systems. Works with customers to understand equipment/system requirements and to ensure that the product(s) work in the application(s). Uses research techniques to analyze and validate design or theory concepts.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, qualify and develop Switch Mode Power Supplies.
Participate in design conceptualization, schematic generation, mechanical packaging and PCB layout of projects assigned.
Conduct circuit breadboarding/fine tuning, power‑up, test and verify specs compliance.
Perform Design Verification Test (DVT) to the project assigned and all necessary circuit simulation and tolerance analysis.
Generate Bill of Materials (BOM) with emphasis on component cost and quality.
Perform Failure Analysis on switch mode power supplies.
Ensure that parts in the BOM are qualified, preferred parts and multiple source.
Create accurate, error‑free test reports and controlled documents.
Project Planning and organization.
Help coordinate with the support group on project deliverables.
Participate in project meetings and design reviews.
Collaboration with the support group.
Provide engineering support to safety, QA and customers.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics and Communications Engineering.
8+ years relevant work experience with Switch Mode Power Supply Design, Simulations Tools in product development, Research & Development and knowledge of circuit operation and failure analysis.
Very good communication skills, team player.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Engineer to join our Sizewell C team in Suffolk. To be considered, you will come from a Construction or Civil Engineering background and have been in the role of a Senior Engineer within a Civil Engineering Highways environment a priority.
Reporting to the Site Agent/PM, the Senior Engineer will be responsible for managing the engineering on a project, ensuring works are constructed to the contract drawings, specifications, procedures, and plans, whilst managing site and trainee engineers.
Key Accountabilities to include but not limited to:
Experience/Knowledge Previous experience as Senior Engineer (or similar) for civil engineering contractor.
Experience in general civils within a highway’s environment inclusive of Site Clearance, Drainage & Service Ducts, Earthworks, Pavements, Kerbs & Footways and Street Lighting.
Good knowledge of CDM regulations and temporary works.
Strong knowledge of specifications and testing regime relevant to general civil engineering / specification for highway works.
Commercially aware and experience of working in a cost‑conscious environment.
Skills Good communication, people, and team management skills.
Ability to speak up on HSEQ matters and lead by example.
Use of Fieldview / Dalux (or similar) web and mobile BIM software.
Proficiency in design software, such as AutoCad / Autodesk / Sketchup (desirable).
Qualifications Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
Member of Institute of Civil Engineers or working towards (desirable).
IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS.
Valid CSCS card.
Full UK driving licence.
Health, Safety & Environment Writing/Checking RAMS and TBS, communicating to workforce and monitoring compliance.
Contribute to the achievement of Galldris’ Safety Targets and zero tolerance of unsafe working practices.
To establish and implement site systems and controls consistent with Galldris company standards and project requirements including health, safety and quality systems and project engineering standards.
Check Permits issued by the Principal Contractor and ensure they are received in a timely manner for works to proceed.
Review the short‑term lookahead programmes and report feedback on site.
Feedback and report issues on site which may delay programme or progress.
Assist with preventing, identifying, and rectifying issues on site which may impact the programme.
Design & Design Assurance Permanent Design – Familiarise yourself with the design drawings, specifications and setting‑out requirements and ensure accurate construction in accordance with requirements.
Temporary Works Design – In liaison with TWC, identify temporary works requirements, produce design briefs, and understand and communicate temporary works designs to site team and monitor installation to ensure compliance.
MARs – Raise Material Approval Records and procure materials in line with programme.
TQs – Highlight issues and raise queries from review of drawings and specifications and from site inspections, and raise with relevant party, drawing sketches where required.
Quality Management ITPs – Writing/checking ITPs, communicating to workforce and checking the process is being followed.
QA Records – Keep organised and accurate QA records in accordance with ITPs and project requirements.
NCRs & Defects – Lead on documenting, tracking, closing out, and sharing lessons‑learnt to avoid reoccurrence.
Quality Handover Documentation – Collate information in accordance with ITPs and handover requirements.
Quality Readiness Reviews – lead on readiness reviews whilst capturing lessons‑learnt / improvements.
Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK.
Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you.
Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris.
Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We are not using Recruitment Agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.
Is this job a match or a miss? Wolverhampton, West Midlands £50,000 - £80,000 per year help_outline Vistry Group
Posted today
Job Description We have a new opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our offices in Wolverhampton. As our Engineer, you will manage the technical matters relating to a number of projects or a single complex one and supervise the work of other team members in their own tasks. You will demonstrate a pro‑active approach to design development, working with.
Is this job a match or a miss? Northampton, East Midlands £50,000 - £80,000 per year help_outline Linsco Ltd.
Posted today
Job Description Role: Senior Engineer
Location: Northamptonshire (projects across UK, occasional stayaway may be required)
Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience and skillset
Additional: Company vehicle or car allowance, bonus and full benefits package
Job Type: Full‑time - Permanent
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