Civil Design Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in the UK seeks a Civil Engineer with over 5 years of experience. As part of a hybrid contract role, you will collaborate with senior engineers on various projects, including large-scale designs. Ideal candidates will bring broad engineering expertise across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. This position offers professional development opportunities in a supportive environment, particularly appealing for self-starters eager to take on diverse challenges.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative working environment

Exposure to a wide range of projects

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• Self-starter attitude with flexibility required.
• Familiarity with pipelines, hydraulics, and sewage networks.

Responsibilities

• Design development across civil, mechanical, and electrical schemes.
• Support project management and commercial activities.
• Work closely with senior engineers to deliver projects on time.

Skills

5+ years’ experience in civil engineering

Self-starter with a flexible, hands-on approach

Broad design experience across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines

Ability to design pipelines and familiarity with hydraulics/sewage networks

Strong team player willing to take on diverse tasks

Job description

Job Title:

Civil Engineer

Salary:

£50 – £60 (dependent on experience)

Location:

Reading

Type:

Contract – Inside IR35, hybrid working

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer with 5+ years’ experience who is ready to hit the ground running. You’ll work closely with a senior engineer on a diverse portfolio of projects, including large-scale civil schemes and complex mechanical and electrical designs. Your work will cover design development and, when design work slows, involvement in project management and commercial activities. This role offers significant development opportunities due to the breadth of experience it provides.

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established engineering organisation delivering innovative and complex infrastructure projects across the UK. They value versatility, technical expertise, and the opportunity for engineers to develop across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design development across civil, mechanical, and electrical schemes
• Work closely with senior engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Support project management and commercial activities during design lulls
• Contribute to the design of pipelines and apply knowledge of hydraulics and sewage networks
• Engage in all aspects of project delivery as required

What Our Client is Looking For:

• 5+ years’ experience in civil engineering
• Self-starter with a flexible, hands-on approach
• Broad design experience across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
• Ability to design pipelines and familiarity with hydraulics/sewage networks
• Strong team player willing to take on diverse tasks

What Our Client Offers:

• Exposure to a wide range of projects and technical challenges
• Opportunities for professional development and skill growth
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

Eligibility:

• Must be available to start soon
• Contract is 3/6 months with potential extension

Opportunity for Growth:

This role provides a unique chance to expand your engineering expertise across multiple disciplines while contributing to high-profile projects, paving the way for senior technical or project management positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.