Senior Civil Design Engineer

Knight Piesold Consulting London, England Jun 18, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Hybrid
Level Senior

The Senior Civil Design Engineer position centres on leading the civil design of TSFs, water storage structures, earthfill embankments, spillways, diversion structures, site roads, and surface drainage systems. It would suit someone who can bring technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving to the role.

What the work leans on

The position will focus on the civil engineering aspects of design—such as earthworks, drainage, roads, spillways, and containment structures—while collaborating closely with geote. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Engineering work involved

  • Leading the civil design of TSFs, water storage structures, earthfill embankments, spillways, diversion structures, site roads, and surface drainage systems.
  • Delivering designs from concept through to detailed engineering and construction documentation, ensuring compliance with international design standards.
  • Managing inputs across multidisciplinary teams, including civil, hydrology, and geotechnical engineering.

Technical skills and requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Civil Engineering.
  • A Master’s degree or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
  • Strong technical background in heavy Civil engineering and earthworks, including grading, surface water management, and haul/access infrastructure.

What helps in this technical role

Technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving.

Practical details

  • Industry-competitive salary plus annual profit share bonus, and employee benefits package.
  • Additional detail: Bonus opportunities may be available.
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