Design Engineer - Civil Engineering (Piling)
Office-based in Lancashire with UK-wide site travel
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Apply: Patrick.Gray@carringtonwest.com

Are you a qualified Civil Engineer looking to grow your career in structural design and project delivery within the specialist field of sheet piling? We have an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer to join a successful subcontractor working across the UK.
About the Role
This is a hybrid position that will combine hands-on experience with technical design work. You will be involved in day-to-day project management of piling projects across the UK while supporting the design and estimating team in the office.
Key Responsibilities
·Participate in the planning and delivery of piling projects, including occasional early starts and travel to UK-wide sites.
·Prepare technical drawings, structural calculations, and cost estimates.
·Produce designs for embedded retaining walls using Wallap, CADS, or similar software.
·Draft construction drawings using AutoCAD or equivalent.
·Support the design and estimating team with project feasibility assessments and value-engineering.
·Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and contribute to safe and efficient project planning.
Candidate Requirements
·Degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering (or closely aligned discipline).
·Practical experience or strong interest in civil engineering and construction, particularly in sheet piling or geotechnical works.
·Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design tools such as AutoCAD, Wallap, or similar.
·Experience in steel structural design for framing or propping is advantageous.
·Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
·Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What's on Offer
·Competitive salary between £40,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience.
·The opportunity to develop design and project management skills within a highly specialised sector.
·Join a supportive and experienced team committed to professional development and success.
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876069 for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us. Please submit your CV to Patrick.gray@carringtonwest.com