Design Engineer

Design Engineer - Steel Division (Infrastructure Projects)

Location:

2 Home / 3 in the office - Manchester

Salary:
Up to £65,000

My client is a well‑established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex, large‑scale infrastructure projects across the UK. Operating in sectors such as bridges, power generation, utilities, and gas networks, they provide end‑to‑end solutions on high‑profile schemes nationwide.

As part of their continued growth, they are expanding their in‑house steel division, which plays a critical role in the design and delivery of bespoke steel structures for major infrastructure works.

They are now looking to appoint an experienced Design Engineer to join their Steel Division. This is a key technical role that will support the delivery of structural steelwork across a range of infrastructure projects, from bridge superstructures to power plant frameworks, pipe bridges, and substation support steel.

• Produce and coordinate detailed steelwork designs from concept through to fabrication and installation.
• Design steel connections, lifting points, base plates, and associated components.
• Work closely with the structural engineering team to ensure compliance with design codes and standards (Eurocodes, BS 5950, etc.).
• Generate and review detailed fabrication drawings using Tekla Structures or similar.
• Engage with project managers, site teams, and fabrication workshops to ensure designs are safe, buildable, and efficient.
• Provide technical support during procurement, manufacture, and construction stages.
• Contribute to value engineering and innovation across design processes.
• Assist with temporary works designs where necessary, in relation to steel erection.

• Degree‑qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in structural steel design within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Proficient in Eurocodes and UK steelwork standards.
• Strong working knowledge of Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, and structural design software (e.g., Tedds, IDEA Stati Ca).
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively across design, site, and fabrication teams.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication processes and site erection methods.

• Background working for a main contractor or steel fabricator.
• Exposure to infrastructure projects - bridges, utilities, power, or gas networks.
• Understanding of temporary works, logistics, and site coordination.

• Join a respected contractor with a long‑term pipeline of major infrastructure works.
• Work within a skilled internal steel division alongside experienced engineers.
• Career progression, technical development, and long‑term security.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're a hands‑on Design Engineer looking to play a central role in delivering impactful infrastructure across the UK, get in touch with Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company to learn more