Principal Engineer

Principal Design Engineer – Temporary Works Location: Cumbernauld, ScotlandJob Type: Full-time About Us AmcoGiffen is a leading provider of engineering services. The in‑house design team consists of specialist designers at various levels of competency responsible for design engineering on a variety of civils, rail and engineering projects and frameworks. We are excited to be expanding with specialist temporary works designers required in Scotland. Job Summary As a Principal Design Engineer you will play a key role in developing technical temporary works solutions for a portfolio of engineering projects and frameworks throughout rail and non‑rail infrastructure maintenance and improvement works. You will be involved in shaping and developing the temporary works design team in Scotland and deliver high‑quality designs that meet our clients’ needs and exceed their expectations. This is a lead role within the in‑house design team, responsible for the technical aspects of engineering projects in addition to programming, resource allocation, budgetary control, managing customer satisfaction, reviews, coaching and recruitment. Responsibilities Provide definitive technical guidance and leadership on engineering solutions. Lead the resolution of any compliance issues with CDM Regulations. Define the brief, enabling the progression of innovative development of unambiguous engineering solutions from feasibility through to detailed design. Lead the development of design philosophies of engineering solutions, ensuring appropriate documentation is in place. Hold the CRE (Design) role on Network Rail schemes, over a varied range of projects including multi‑disciplinary schemes. Check and approve design deliverables, including Designer’s Risk Assessments and Decision Logs. Be the lead representative at meetings with internal and/or external clients and stakeholders. Ensure work is delivered within the team’s financial, quality and programme targets. Provide strong leadership and motivation of teams, carrying out scheduled performance and development reviews for direct reports. Mentor and coach team members and contribute to succession planning. Keep clients informed of costs or implications of change in a timely manner, and address any queries or disputes which may arise. Assist the Head of Design in the management of the department and promote a culture of excellence in AmcoGiffen Design & Engineering towards its customers. Requirements Minimum IEng/CEng level of education. Chartered Member of a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE / IStructE). Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence in both AC and DC. Civil engineering project design experience – bridges, structures, stations, platforms, etc. Significant experience in technical design for rail, civils associated temporary works. Experience from client, contractor or consultancy organisations will be considered. Benefits Competitive annual salary negotiable depending on experience. Company car or car allowance. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service). Up to 3 volunteering days. Company contributory pension scheme. Life insurance. Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards. Generous employee referral scheme. Opportunities for personal and professional development. A safe and supportive work environment. Employee forums for feedback and discussion. How to Apply If you are a motivated and experienced temporary works principal design engineer looking for a new challenge, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you. Equal Opportunity Employer AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro‑actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non‑membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are… Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen. #J-18808-Ljbffr