Job Title: Graduate Design Engineer

Location: Belfast or Doncaster
Reporting to: Senior Design Engineer
Business Unit: Omexom Design

Purpose of the Position

To support the delivery of civil engineering design work across infrastructure and energy projects, working as part of a multidisciplinary design team. This entry-level role provides a strong foundation in design principles, standards, and tools, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and chartership progression.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Including but not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of civil design calculations, drawings, and specifications under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Contribute to the design of civil infrastructure such as foundations, earthworks, drainage systems, access roads, and substations.

• Support the development of engineering solutions that are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective, in line with project and client requirements.

• Work with 2D and 3D design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit to produce models and drawings.

• Help prepare technical reports, schedules, and documentation for internal review and client submission.

• Ensure design activities comply with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, and industry regulations, including CDM 2015.

• Participate in site visits, surveys, and inspections to support design development and feasibility assessments.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., structural, electrical, geotechnical) as part of coordinated project delivery.

• Engage in technical meetings, design reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions to build design competence.

• Support a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and innovation.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• A degree (BEng or MEng) in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.

• Strong academic background with a solid understanding of civil engineering principles and design methods.

• Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, and familiarity with tools like Civil 3D, Revit, or MicroDrainage is advantageous.

• Awareness of UK engineering standards (e.g., Eurocodes, BS EN, CDM Regulations).

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear and concise technical documents.

• Enthusiastic and proactive approach, with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

• Eligible to work towards chartership (CEng) via the ICE, IStructE, or equivalent institution.

Desirable Attributes

• Previous experience (e.g., industrial placement or summer internship) in a design consultancy or engineering contractor environment.

• Familiarity with BIM workflows and Common Data Environments.

• Awareness of sustainability principles in civil engineering design.