Senior Engineer - Design (Structures)

Design the future of Derbyshire’s Highways: Senior Engineer – Design (Structures)

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer – Design (Structures) to lead the delivery of innovative structures schemes across Derbyshire. This role is central to the design and delivery of complex infrastructure schemes, including bridges, retaining walls, culverts, landslip remediation, and geotechnical investigations.

You will manage complex projects from feasibility through to detailed design, ensuring that all design work meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. Working closely with internal teams and external partners such as Network Rail, the Environment Agency, and the British Geological Survey, you’ll drive innovation, sustainability, and a “right first time” ethos across all projects.

This is a senior technical role requiring strong leadership, advanced design skills, and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design and delivery of complex structures schemes.
• Prepare technical specifications, cost estimates, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Eurocode 7, DMRB, CDM 2015, and other relevant standards.
• Coordinate with external agencies and partners on technical matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage budgets and ensure value for money.
• Liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and utility providers to ensure efficient delivery.
• Champion innovation and sustainable design practices.
• Provide technical input to multi-disciplinary project teams.

About You
• Substantial experience in structural design within highways or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards.
• Proficiency in CAD and relevant design software.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Essential Qualifications and Experience
• HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex structures projects.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and technical standards.

Desirable
• Membership of professional institutions (e.g., ICE, CIHT, IHE).
• Project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).
• Experience as Principal Designer under CDM regulations.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and collaborative delivery models.
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Apply Now
If you’re ready to lead the design of Derbyshire’s most critical infrastructure projects and shape the future of our highways network, we’d love to hear from you!

Provisional Interview Date: 6th - 10th April 2026

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.