Senior Design Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Design Engineer (Civil & Structural) role at AmcoGiffen Senior Design Engineer – Civils & Structures Sector: Rail | Civil & Structural Engineering Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland Overview AmcoGiffen is excited to announce an opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer to join our rapidly expanding in‑house design team specialising in civil engineering and structures projects in the rail sector. This position will be based in Cumbernauld and will play a vital role in the delivery of our long‑term frameworks with key clients throughout Scotland. Business Unit Our Civil & Structural Design team focuses on a diverse range of projects, including bridge reconstruction, upgrades, station work, and infrastructure enhancements. The team consists of experienced specialists committed to delivering optimal design solutions while fostering professional development. The Role As a Senior Design Engineer, you will lead the development of technical solutions while ensuring adherence to budgetary, program, and quality requirements. Your main responsibilities will include: Innovative Solutions: Utilise initiative and engineering principles to propose effective solutions. Design Development: Challenge project briefs to facilitate innovative engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed design. Engineering Checks: Design and check engineering solutions, ensuring robustness and compliance with standards. Clear Documentation: Produce calculations, reports, and sketches that are clear and consistent, adhering to current Codes of Practice and Standards. Team Communication: Effectively communicate design philosophy and requirements within the team and to external clients and stakeholders. Design Representation: Act as the design representative in meetings with project teams and clients. Target Appreciation: Understand and appreciate the financial, quality, and program targets of the team. Safety Promotion: Promote safe working practices across all areas of responsibility. Project and Staff Management: Manage projects and mentor junior staff, fostering their development and skills enhancement. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will need: Previous experience as a Senior Design Engineer in a rail project environment. Degree in Civil Engineering with IEng/CEng accreditation. Experience in designing civil engineering projects such as bridges, structures, stations, and platforms. Candidates from rail, civil, or structural engineering design backgrounds within client, contractor, or consultancy organisations are highly desirable. Benefits Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience. Company car or car allowance. 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Company contributory pension scheme. Life insurance and family medical insurance. Westfield Health Cash Plan and Westfield Rewards wellness benefits. Generous employee referral scheme. Strong support for personal and professional development, with clear pathways for career progression. Continuous learning and development opportunities. Safe workplace and an employee forum for voicing opinions and ideas. The Company AmcoGiffen operates nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. We are recognised as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country. We deliver exceptional peace of mind when working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments. Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen We value collective expertise and the unique contributions of every individual. We hold an equal‑opportunity policy and are committed to improving our diversity and inclusion practices through training, awareness, and regular forums. All protected characteristics are respected; anyone who meets the job requirements is eligible for employment. Health & Wellbeing We support safety and wellbeing through mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme offering 24‑hour, 7‑day counselling and advice services. Application If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Design Engineer passionate about rail, civil and structural engineering, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team at AmcoGiffen. Together, we can shape the future of civil engineering in the rail sector Recruitment Manager: Tom Peach – tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeIndustries: Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr