Design Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our Structural and Geotechnical Engineering team in Bristol, delivering civil infrastructure projects for clients such as the Environment Agency and Severn Trent.

Key responsibilities

• Review and agree technical requirements of client remits, questioning and challenging where necessary.
• Develop fee proposals and lead day‑to‑day workload of engineers and technical staff, ensuring design compliance.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements, CDM Regulations, Kier SHE Management System and Quality Management System.
• Support financial and commercial management of projects, including progress monitoring, change control and value engineering.

Required profile

• Experience in design delivery of hydraulic structures or river engineering.
• Working towards Chartered or Incorporated membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., CEng, MICE).
• Valid driving licence for site visits.

Required skills

• Hydraulic structures design
• River engineering

What we offer

• Market‑leading development opportunities and support for professional qualifications.
• Management training, technical development and a diverse, inclusive workplace.