Senior Civil Engineer (Rail)
Location: St Helens / Manchester
Salary: Competitive + benefits
A leading UK rail engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its expanding team. This organisation is known for delivering innovative, value‑driven solutions across a wide range of rail infrastructure projects and is continuing to grow rapidly within the industry. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civil engineer to take on a key technical role within a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment.
The Role
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will contribute to the successful delivery of diverse and complex civil engineering projects within the rail sector. Working alongside a highly skilled team, you will champion technical excellence, support junior engineers, and play a central role in shaping project outcomes. The position offers strong career development potential within a fast‑growing consultancy.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare outline and detailed designs for a broad range of civil engineering projects
- Lead and support check/approve processes throughout project delivery
- Undertake designer duties in accordance with CDM/CSM legislation
- Engage with clients to support effective project delivery
- Contribute to business improvement initiatives and wider company objectives
- Maintain ongoing professional development
- Mentor and support junior engineering staff
Required Experience
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) with ICE, IStructE or equivalent
- Demonstrable experience in civil engineering, ideally with experience acting as CRE or working towards CRE status
- Strong background in civil engineering design within the rail industry, including familiarity with Network Rail standards
- Degree in Civil Engineering
- Solid understanding of civil design principles, construction methods, and relevant standards
- Experience working with Eurocodes
- Proven ability to deliver projects in line with safety standards and CDM/CSM requirements
- Commercial awareness, including programming and delivery to budgets and timescales
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as TEDDS and Supersuite
- Ability to produce and review drawings using 2D/3D MicroStation
What's on Offer
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and adaptable start/finish times
- Strong opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy
- Investment in professional development, training, and accreditation support
- Exposure to a wide range of rail engineering challenges and high‑profile projects
- A collaborative, close‑knit working environment that values innovation and continuous improvement
- The chance to contribute to impactful rail infrastructure improvements across the UK
