Senior Design Engineer
Nationwide, UK.
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Senior Design Engineer to join our MSES team, supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of major construction and infrastructure schemes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to develop both their technical expertise and project management skills within a growing centre of excellence.
Reporting to a Team Lead, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, with a particular focus on temporary works design. The role offers excellent scope for progression and increased responsibility within a dynamic and supportive environment.
Role Responsibilities
- Deliver the design and checking of a wide range of temporary works schemes, from concept through to construction.
- Support the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
- Take ownership of moderately sized projects, managing outputs and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to innovative, practical engineering solutions across major UK infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate closely within the MSES team, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement.
- Apply a strong focus on quality, safety, and ‘right first time’ delivery principles.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Actively working towards Chartership (ICE or IStructE).
- Proven experience in the design of temporary works within civil engineering or construction projects.
- Knowledge of structural and/or geotechnical analysis software.
- Ideally experienced in geotechnically-focused temporary works, such as load‑bearing piles, earth retaining structures, slope stability, and dewatering systems.
- Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage projects and stakeholders effectively.
- An initiative‑taking, ambitious mindset with a desire to learn and progress.
What Is in It for You?
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working.
- Family‑friendly policies and work/life approach.
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Annual bonus scheme.
- Recognition scheme and long service awards.
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role).
- Option to participate in our share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle‑to‑work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
Equal Opportunities
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
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