Temporary Works Design Engineer

This permanent or temporary position suits a Temporary Works Design Engineer based in Greater Manchester, working from Warrington offices with hybrid arrangements available. Joining RGB Network’s engineer-led consultancy, the successful candidate delivers practical, buildable solutions for contractors nationwide. Duties cover design and analysis of temporary structures, plus involvement from concept through to site delivery. Applicants need strong structural engineering knowledge, competence with relevant design software, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients.

Salary ranges from £35,000 to £50,000 annually, supplemented by a benefits package. The post offers genuine technical variety across challenging schemes within the UK construction sector.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Temporary Works Design Engineer to join a specialist Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy based in Warrington. The business is an engineer-led consultancy specialising in temporary works design, working closely with contractors to provide practical, safe and buildable engineering solutions. Their work covers technically challenging temporary works schemes, with involvement from initial concept and design through to technical delivery on site.

You’ll join a technically strong team of Structural Engineers, delivering temporary works solutions across the UK construction industry. Typical responsibilities will include:

• Design and analysis of temporary works structures and solutions
• Producing detailed calculations, drawings and technical design packages
• Developing practical and cost-efficient designs with buildability in mind
• Undertaking design checks and supporting technical assurance
• Liaising closely with contractors and construction teams
• Providing technical input from concept through to delivery on site
• Working alongside engineers and technicians to deliver coordinated design information

The consultancy specifically provides temporary works design, civil and structural engineering consultancy, design checks, technical assurance and BIM/digital design support.

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience with in temporary works, structural or civil engineering design
• Good understanding of structural analysis and design principles
• Ability to produce clear calculations and technical information
• A practical understanding of construction and buildability
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with contractors
• Engineers looking to develop further within temporary works design are particularly suited to the position

• £35,000 – £50,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Private medical insurance, life insurance and additional benefits
• Exposure to interesting and challenging temporary works projects
• Opportunity to develop technical expertise and take on greater responsibility
• Career development within a specialist, engineer-led consultancy
• The company publicly highlights hybrid working, flexible hours, professional development and opportunities to take on additional responsibility within the business.