Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer

Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer

Newcastle upon Tyne

A forward-thinking Engineering Consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior level Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join its growing Newcastle upon Tyne office. The practice delivers high-quality, practical and sustainable engineering solutions across the UK, supporting projects in the residential, commercial, industrial and public sectors. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, the team combines technical expertise with a proactive approach to infrastructure design and delivery.

Role

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the design and coordination of infrastructure schemes across a wide variety of development types. Typical work includes highways and drainage design, flood risk management, public realm improvements, site development and utility coordination. The position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse and challenging project portfolio, contributing to both private sector developments and public infrastructure works.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review designs for roads, drainage, earthworks and other civil infrastructure in accordance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Conduct detailed analysis, produce technical reports and specifications, and use recognised design software such as Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and Flow.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and approving authorities to deliver coordinated and cost-effective design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with current design guidance including DMRB, Sewerage for Adoption, SuDS and Building Regulations.
• Support junior engineers and technicians in developing their skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered or close to achieving Chartered status with ICE or a relevant professional institution.
• Strong background in UK-based infrastructure design and approvals.
• Practical understanding of the construction process.
• Excellent communication, technical reporting and project management skills.
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines within a multidisciplinary team.

About the Consultancy

The Consultancy promotes a collaborative and open working environment where engineers are encouraged to apply creativity and technical rigour to their work. The team is committed to sustainable design principles and strives to deliver infrastructure that balances efficiency, cost and environmental impact. Professional development is actively supported, and engineers are given opportunities to lead, innovate and make meaningful contributions to shaping the built environment.

Opportunity

This role provides an opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer seeking more responsibility and long-term career growth in a supportive, progressive consultancy environment.

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