Design Engineer

Position

Design Engineer

Henfield

£45,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading civil engineering contractor is looking for a Design Engineer to join their growing team offering a competitive salary of up to £45,000, plus excellent benefits. The company delivers complex projects in water, infrastructure, and coastal protection, managing schemes from concept to completion.

This role will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and external designers to develop practical and safe engineering solutions that integrate seamlessly with construction methodology and programme requirements. The position would suit an Engineer with a strong understanding of temporary works and structural design, looking to take ownership of design delivery and gain exposure to some of the UK's most unique and challenging heritage projects.

• £45,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company car / allowance
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Pension up to 10% match
• Private healthcare
• Performance bonus

• Produce and review temporary works designs (shoring, propping, cofferdams, access, marine structures).
• Prepare design briefs, calculations, drawings and risk assessments to BS 5975.
• Provide technical support to site teams, resolving design queries during delivery.
• Coordinate with Temporary Works Coordinators, subcontractors and designers to ensure safe implementation.
• Integrate designs within overall construction sequencing and environmental constraints.
• Promote innovation, digital design (AutoCAD, BIM) and continuous improvement.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3‑5 years' experience in structural or temporary works design.
• Knowledge of BS 5975, CDM 2015 and relevant design codes.
• Experience with marine, fluvial or heritage projects would be advantageous.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and design software such as Tedds, Tekla or similar.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem‑solving skills.
• Working towards chartership (ICE or IStruct
  
  E).
• Full UK driving licence.