Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural and civil engineering calculations and drawings
• Develop permanent works solutions for shafts, retaining walls, slabs, foundations, and reinforced concrete structures
• Coordinate with geotechnical, construction, and temporary works teams
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering exercises
• Work in accordance with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 standards
• Comply with CDM 2015 regulations and company HSEQ procedures
• Support NEC4 contract administration and change management activities
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports, and assurance documentation

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 3–5 years of experience within infrastructure, structural, or tunnelling design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience with reinforced concrete and steel design to Eurocodes
• Knowledge of Eurocodes, BS standards, and UK infrastructure requirements
• Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or IStructE

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Tekla, Revit, or Robot Structural Analysis
• Knowledge of tunnelling interfaces including shafts and sprayed concrete linings

Benefits

• Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Life assurance cover of 4x annual salary
• Pension scheme via salary sacrifice with company contributions
• Access to a benefits platform for shopping, dining, and travel discounts
• Discounted private health and dental care
• Gym membership and Cycle to Work schemes
• Electric car scheme available after probation

About the Company

Joseph Gallagher Limited is one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling contractors. As a family-owned business, we deliver expertise with a focus on client satisfaction, honesty, and quality. We are committed to a culture of safety through our award-winning LIFE programme and are a Disability Confident employer.