This exciting design engineer opportunity is a chance to grow a pre-existing design team in the infrastructure division. As the Lead Design Engineer, you'll support and mentor emerging engineers. You'll work on construction designs, R&D projects, and project contributions.
Key Responsibilities of a design engineer
1. Produce layouts and detailed drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD packages.
2. Contributing to the design and development of products and solutions including construction specific structural design solutions (temporary works)
3. Develop new design methods and processes.
4. Leading R&D projects
5. Liaise with clients and third parties as part of the design process.
6. To maintain confidentiality, observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate.
7. Support upcoming design engineers within the team, to assist the growth and progression of the design function.
8. Occasional travel within the UK to various site locations
Competencies: Knowledge & Experience needed for the deign engineer role
9. Minimum BEng degree qualification in relevant Engineering Discipline (E.g. Civil, Mechanical or similar)
10. Minimum 4 years’ experience in relevant design engineering role or similar
11. Capable of producing designs (within temporary works/formworks/structural/mechanical works) including relevant calculations in design reports for stakeholder reviews.
12. Experienced in using 2D and 3D CAD packages.
13. Ability to challenge existing practices and propose new solutions to senior management.
14. Ability to discuss complex technical issues and with key stakeholders.
15. Full UK Driving Licence.
Package for the design engineer role
16. £Negotiable annual salary depending on experience.
17. 26 holidays + 8 bank holidays per year
18. Professional Institution subscription, chartership all supported by the business.
19. Company benefits such as Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts, health care assistance, health care insurance etc
20. Matched company pension