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Principal Design Engineer

Location: Coventry – Possibility of hybrid Working available after probation
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week (8 AM – 5 PM)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension contribution, career development opportunities, training & mentorship, company car/car allowance & fuel card (TBC)

About the Role:
We are seeking a Principal Design Engineer with extensive experience in temporary and permanent works design within the tunnelling and underground structures sector. This is a key leadership position within our expanding in-house design team, offering the opportunity to shape processes and drive technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

* Leading conceptual and detailed designs for tunnels, shafts, and underground structures

* Managing and mentoring junior engineers

* Ensuring all designs comply with CDM Regulations and Eurocodes

* Managing external design consultants and quality control

* Attending client meetings and providing strategic input into design processes

What We’re Looking For:

* Engineering Degree/ Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

* Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in civil engineering design

* Chartered Engineer status (CEng, MICE, MIStructE) preferred or close to achieving it

* Extensive experience in temporary and permanent works design

* Strong leadership and team management skills

* Full UK driving licence

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