Senior Design Engineer – Rail / Civil & Structural
📍 York | 💷 Typically £55,000–£65,000 + car/allowance & benefits (Flexible for exceptional candidates)
Are you an experienced Civil or Structural Design Engineer looking to step into a senior role where you’ll lead on some of the North’s most exciting rail infrastructure projects?
We’re looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join a growing in-house design team in York. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative design solutions on projects such as bridge reconstructions, station upgrades, and other complex civil and structural works.
What you’ll be doing:
* Taking designs from feasibility through to detailed design.
* Developing innovative, safe, and cost-effective solutions.
* Producing and checking calculations, reports, drawings and sketches.
* Guiding and mentoring junior engineers in the team.
* Working with project teams and clients to shape design strategy.
What we’re looking for:
* Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (or similar).
* Strong design experience in civil/structural works — ideally bridges, stations, or platforms.
* Chartered (or working towards CEng with ICE/IStructE).
* Rail sector experience preferred, but strong civils/structural experience considered.
* Confident communicator who can represent design teams in meetings.
What’s in it for you:
* Salary typically £55,000–£65,000 (Flexible for exceptional candidates)
* Company car or allowance
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Pension scheme & life insurance
* Health cash plan & wellbeing support
* Ongoing career development and chartership support
* Supportive culture with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork
If you’re looking for a role where your design expertise will directly shape the UK’s rail infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity to take your career forward.
📩 Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.