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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** BAM Nuttall
- **Location:** Drax, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Databases
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c30a686c7252234d

## About the Role

* Proven experience and expertise in civil engineering design for structures commonly required by BAM UK&I, which may include earthworks, earth retaining structures, foundations, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber and formwork/falsework.
 * Proven experience in construction methods and processes.
 * Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject.
 * Experience and knowledge of digital construction processes.
 * Chartered membership of ICE and/or IStructE or an accepted alternative professional institution or demonstrable experience and responsibility at a level at least equivalent to a Chartered Engineer.

The following are desirable requirements:

 * Construction site/project experience.
 * Knowledge of modern methods of construction (e.g. DfMA etc.).
 * Experience in training and coaching.

## Description

* Represent the Temporary Works CoE at internal and external meetings.
 * Liaise with project, bid, and divisional teams to clarify and manage design requirements.
 * Act as Lead Designer when appointed, serving as the main point of contact on specific projects or bids.
 * Supervise and support team members, ensuring high performance and adherence to professional and procedural standards.
 * Conduct Performance & Development Reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities.
 * Plan and undertake site visits as needed to support design accuracy and feasibility.
 * Ensure accurate time recording and cost recovery for all chargeable design work.
 * Manage the preparation and review of conceptual and detailed designs, ensuring compliance with current standards, risk assessments, and drawing requirements.
 * Preparing/supervising the development of detailed designs following current standards and codes, including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of 3D models and working drawings.
 * Review design work from internal staff and external contributors, maintaining quality and consistency.
 * Maintain up-to-date records in the design task database and support pricing by summarising relevant quantities.
 * Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, professional development, and delivery of training, including graduate tutorials.