Senior Engineer

Job Title: Senior Engineer

Salary: Competitive

Location: Hybrid working (London Office, Sidcup - Head Office)

Team: Infrastructure Engineering (with focus on Rail)

Sector: Rail

About the Role:

Capilaux is seeking an ambitious and highly motivated Senior Engineer to join a leading consultancy and a growing Rail team, with the opportunity to support the broader Infrastructure Engineering team, including Maritime and Asset Management. This is a dynamic role for a technically strong engineer, capable of leading client management and helping develop engineers and graduates.

You'll work on a diverse range of projects including Station Developments, AFA Schemes, Bridge Design, and Renewal Schemes, with excellent career progression prospects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Independence: Work under minimal direction and take ownership of allocated tasks.
2. Project Management: Assist with project management tasks, including preparing fee proposals, determining project scope, budget, and programme.
3. Team Leadership: Manage and support project team members, providing technical guidance to junior colleagues.
4. Client Interaction: Lead client meetings, undertake inspections, and communicate effectively in both technical and non-technical settings.
5. Design Reviews & Coordination: Undertake design reviews to ensure coordination between design disciplines and compliance with varying design standards.
6. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and current design methods.

Skills and Experience:

1. Experience: Minimum 6 years of civil/structural engineering experience (preferably within the Rail sector).
2. Professional Qualifications: Chartered/Incorporated status with ICE/IStructE (or close to achieving).
3. Key Skills:

• Strong design experience in Rail sector projects.
• Proven project delivery on time and within budget.
• Experience checking designs and calculations.
• Effective communication skills in a client-facing role.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes, Network Rail standards, and British Standards.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis software (Tekla Tedds, MIDAS, etc.).
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and relevant health & safety legislation.

Benefits & Initiatives:

• Incentive Scheme
• Car Benefit Scheme
• Flexible and Hybrid Working Options
• Health Insurance (cash plan)
• Life Assurance
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• Annual Leave (with options to buy, sell, and carry over)
• Employee Introduction Awards
• Professional Qualification Support
• Generous Maternity & Paternity Pay

About Capilaux:

Capilaux is representing a multi-disciplinary consultancy offering a wide range of services to the built environment. They are committed to creating high-quality solutions that enhance the spaces in which we live and work. As a forward-thinking company, they prioritize innovation, collaboration, and providing career growth opportunities for our team. They foster a dynamic, open-door culture where your contributions are valued, and your career aspirations are supported.