Vp Rail
Senior Engineer (Major Projects)
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Job Introduction
We’re looking for a Senior Engineer with proven experience in structural and geotechnical design to lead complex engineering projects across a range of sectors. This is a hands-on technical and leadership role involving the management of design delivery, mentoring of junior engineers, and ensuring outputs meet relevant industry standards.
You’ll work across challenging schemes—often Category 2 and 3 in complexity—while applying best practice, current legislation, and advanced engineering tools. The role involves designing bespoke solutions, overseeing design compliance, and contributing to the development of continuous improvements in engineering delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver high-quality design solutions for complex (Cat3) and moderately complex (Cat2) engineering schemes.
- Manage day-to-day engineering workload and support coordination across project teams.
- Design bespoke structural and geotechnical products or components.
- Ensure all designs comply with current regulations and industry best practices.
- Supervise, support, and mentor Graduate and Design Engineers.
- Working closely with the other technical teams to assist with the workload as required.
- Apply and maintain safe working practices in line with CDM and health and safety requirements.
- Produce clear and accurate technical documentation and records.
- Take a proactive role in project planning, progress tracking, and resource management.
- Contribute to technical decision-making and improvements to design processes.
- Engage in specific project work as needed, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in civil and/or structural engineering or equivalent (BEng, MEng, BSc, MSc).
- Minimum of 3 years' relevant post-graduate engineering experience.
- Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and health and safety in engineering environments.
- Proven ability to design and check structural and geotechnical schemes to a high standard.
- Confident managing workload independently and supervising others effectively.
- Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Comfortable working without supervision and taking initiative on technical matters.
- Ability to share knowledge and contribute to the development of others.
- Commercial awareness, including appreciation of cost, buildability, and programme constraints.
- Experienced user of Autodesk AutoCAD, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.); good knowledge of Revit is desirable.
- Full UK driving licence.
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice pension
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Additional holiday purchase scheme
- Free Tool Hire
- Life Assurance cover 3x salary
- Share save scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
- Cycle to work scheme
- Long service recognition
- My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
- Discounts on HP products
- EE mobile contract discount offers
- Gym discounts
- Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
- Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
A Little About Us
Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for various industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services.
We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.
Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.
Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
Apply today and join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location