We are working with an engineering design consultancy based in Manchester that now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil Structural Design Engineer to join their team on either a contract (outside IR35) or permanent basis. As the team is very collaborative, you will be expected to attend the office 4/5 days per week. You will be involved in work on the following; foundations, storage tanks, earthworks, reinforced concrete and similar for flow enhancement works for the water industry. Also, Railway OLE foundations and assessments of OLE masts and other structures. Principal responsibilities: Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Produce design calculations and drawings. Help to mentor CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Prepare design investigations, reports and specifications. Undertake work using formal processes and procedures. Assist with estimating hours required for design packages Key skills/experience required: At least 5 years’ relevant design experience in structures and/or civil engineering Experience in either Rail, Water or Highways Graduate or HND IT competent Experience in temporary works design, structures and civil engineering (preferable)