Are you an experienced Civil Design Engineer with a background in large, complex infrastructure projects?
We’re currently hiring a Design Engineer (Waterfront / Civil Bias) to join a specialist engineering team at Portsmouth Naval Base, delivering innovative, compliant, and sustainable design solutions for critical maritime infrastructure.
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In this role, you’ll work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, taking responsibility for the design process across waterfront structures, foundations, and peripheral engineering systems. You’ll lead and coordinate design activity from inception to in-service, ensuring compliance with regulations, alignment with client objectives, and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on major defence and maritime projects in a unique environment.
Salary £60,000pa, with excellent benefits and long-term career progression opportunities.
What do you need?
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or sub-discipline)
Incorporated Engineer or working towards Chartered Engineer status
5+ years’ experience in infrastructure or civil engineering projects
Strong knowledge of the full engineering lifecycle, from inception to delivery
Experience in waterfront structures, foundations, reinforced concrete, piling, and peripheral systems (e.g. corrosion control, utilities, dockside assets)
Knowledge of British Standards, building regulations, and legislation (CDM, LOLER, PUWER, Temporary Works)
Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills
Full right to work in the UK
What will you be doing?
Developing design briefs into detailed Statements of Requirements
Leading and managing multi-discipline design teams for major projects
Delivering innovative design solutions aligned with sustainability and Net Zero Carbon goals
Ensuring compliance with client requirements, legislation, and regulations
Reviewing and managing subcontractor designs against requirements
Preparing documentation including Safe to Operate statements, risk assessments, and method statements
Supporting audits, inspections, and quality processes for project handover
Providing regular progress reports, forecasts, and KPIs to senior management
Mentoring and supporting junior engineers while fostering a positive team culture
The details:
Full-time, permanent role
Based at Portsmouth Naval Base
Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects in a unique maritime environment
Excellent career development and professional accreditation support
If you’re ready to bring your civil engineering expertise to a challenging and rewarding role, click the APPLY button now for a quick CV review – or call Steph for more information.
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