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Strata Construction Consulting is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to ensure practical and commercial feasibility of designs. Applicants should have proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage, along with a relevant Civil Engineering degree.

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a talented Engineer for their Rail structures team in Watford. The ideal candidate will hold a civil engineering degree, possess strong problem-solving abilities, and have experience in rail design. This role involves designing rail infrastructure and col

Field Service Engineer Location: Watford and surrounding areas Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday We're recruiting a Service Engineer to carry out on-site servicing, inspections, installations and repairs across customer locations. While this is not a highly technical engineering role, it is hands-on, physically demanding at times, and requires someone reliable, practical and comfortable working independently on the road. Full training is provided, and previous direct experience is not essential. What matters most is a strong practical mindset, confidence using tools, and the ability to manage your own workload while representing the company professionally on-site. What you'll be doing Visiting customer sites, including schools, to carry out servicing and safety checks Carrying out minor repairs and adjustments, including replacing parts and maintaining moving mechanisms Completing installations, repairs and servicing to a consistent standard Identifying faults and resolving issues efficiently while on-site Completing service documentation and recording work carried out Carrying out quality and safety checks following work completion Working independently, managing daily schedules and travel Following health & safety procedures at all times Feeding back recurring issues or product faults to the wider team What we're looking for A practical, hands-on individual who is confident using tools Comfortable working on the road and visiting multiple sites Able to work independently and manage time effectively Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail Physically fit - the role involves manual handling and site work Full UK driving licence Engineering or technical experience is helpful but not essential - full training is provided The role Field-based role with regular nationwide travel Occasional overnight stays depending on location Company vehicle provided Permanent, long-term position within an established service team Salary is fixed within the current structure and consistent across the team This role suits someone who enjoys practical work, autonomy, and being out on-site rather than desk-based, and who wants a stable, long-term position with training and support. DBS Check will be taken DVLA Check will be taken CV's in word format to be sent to (url removed) New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and (email address removed) We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles

Setting Out Engineer Galldris Group Location: Radlett, Hertfordshire An opportunity is available for a Setting Out Engineer to join our team onsite in Radlett, Hertfordshire. To be considered, you will come from a Civil Engineering background with proven experience as a Setting Out Engineer on large-scale civil/highways projects is essential, with Earthworks experience desirable. As the Setting Out Engineer you will be part of a well‑established delivery team operating on a large‑scale civil engineering scheme within the highways and infrastructure sector. Key Accountabilities to include but not limited to: Experience/Knowledge: • Setting out for highways, structures and associated civil engineering works, • Interpreting construction drawings, specifications and design data, • Carrying out surveys, checks and as‑built records, • Maintaining site control and ensuring tolerances are achieved, • Working closely with site management and subcontractors, • Supporting quality assurance processes and health & safety standards, • Resolving technical and setting out issues as they arise on site, • Strong QA/ITP (Inspection and Test Plans) management and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications Skills: • Previous experience working as a Setting Out Engineer on civil engineering or highways projects, • Strong knowledge of setting out techniques and surveying equipment (GPS, total station), • IT literacy with software such as AutoCAD, Excel, and Word, • Proficient in surveying instruments (Total Station, GPS) and setting out/levelling, • Ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings, • A proactive and solutions‑focused approach on site, • A relevant civil engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience Qualifications: • Experience in setting out for civil engineering projects and strong surveying skills, • A degree or HND in Civil Engineering, proven site experience, and proficiency in surveying equipment, • CSCS, • Full driving licence, • Desirable but not essential: IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, SSSTS, First Aider, Fire Marshall, IPAF (for MEWPs), Fit for work medical (or safety critical medical), TWS desirable Safety & Compliance: • Knowledge of temporary works, DMRB (Design Manual for Roads and Bridges), and NRSWA (New Roads and Street Works Act) Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK. Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you. Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris. Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic. Please note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable

My client is a leading Main-contractor in the Steel frame and Groundworks sector. We are currently recruiting a Site Engineer to complete a 12 month contract. You will be required to manage the engineering, including the setting out of the ground works/steel frame package on an industrial unit. Site Engineer Responsibilities: • Reporting and working with the Project Manager and foreman., • Site set up and compliance with health and safety, • Completing all setting out associated to the ground works and steel Frame aspects., • Raising technical queries on design issues. Site Engineer Requirements: • CSCS card., • SMSTS or SSSTS – Desirable, not essential., • Previous experience setting out ground works and drainage., • Degree in Civil Engineering or Time Served. The Next Steps: To apply for the role as a Site Engineer, click on the apply now button below and submit your CV for further information

Role: Maintenance Engineer Location: North London Shifts: 2 days 2 nights 4 off Salary: £55,000 - £60,000, Overtime, progression and more The Role ATA Recruitment is pleased to be partnering with a market-leading manufacturer that operates across four UK locations. Their North London site serves as the flagship facility and plays a crucial role in the company’s ongoing success. Generating an annual turnover of over £50 million, the organisation supplies many of the UK’s top supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, and cafés, offering strong job stability as a well-established business founded in the early 1990s. The site delivers a high-quality, end-to-end manufacturing process, making use of bespoke machinery throughout. While some areas are highly automated, the facility also relies on specialist, hand-crafted equipment to provide intricate finishing touches and design features, ensuring a consistently premium final product. They are currently seeking a Maintenance Engineer for their North London site following the appointment of a new General Manager. This individual is focused on strengthening the engineering team and increasing headcount to help establish a more proactive maintenance approach. Over time, this will create opportunities for engineers to become more involved in improvement projects, continuous improvement (CI) activities, and wider site development, rather than working solely in a reactive maintenance environment. The Responsibilities As a Maintenance Engineer you will Be responsible for reacting to breakdowns on site and performing PPMs on all machinery on site Maintaining all machinery onsite including process machinery, packaging machines, Conveyors, Mills, Metal detectors and more Mechanical day to day tasks including Bearings, Rollers, Belts, Gearboxes, Shafts, Pulleys and more Electrically working on Contactors, relays, Three phase motors and more The Requirements As a Maintenance Engineer you need A recognised engineering qualification To be able to work as part of an team but also be comfortable lone working when needed to Experience working in a fast paced environment (FMCG desirable) Comfortable working safely but efficiently electrically and mechanically The Package As a Maintenance Engineer you will receive An annual salary of between £55,000 - £60,000 per annum Potential progression route up into an Engineering Manager role over time A pension contribution from my client Onsite training Chance to gain exposure and looking into projects and CI work Security within your role working with a well established company ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Senior Engineer - Infrastructure, Highways & Drainage Design Location: Watford Reporting to: Senior Project Engineer The Role We are seeking a Senior Engineer with a strong design consultancy background to join our growing Infrastructure team. This role offers the opportunity to work across highways, drainage, SuDS, and civil infrastructure design, delivering projects for a wide range of public and private sector clients. You will take ownership of technical and commercial delivery from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support. This is an ideal opportunity for engineers looking to move beyond a traditional consultancy role - gaining broader project exposure, influencing buildability, and seeing designs delivered on site. Key Responsibilities Develop highways, drainage, SuDS, and infrastructure designs, including below-ground networks, geometric design, and site-wide strategies. Prepare models, drawings, specifications, and technical reports in accordance with UK standards (including DMRB where applicable). Deliver designs using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and BIM workflows. Plan, manage, and deliver work packages, including input to programming, pricing, proposals, and cost estimation. Provide technical assurance by checking and approving designs, calculations, and documentation. Act as a key point of contact for clients, local authorities, water companies, and other stakeholders. Deliver standalone consultancy commissions and support planning applications and technical approvals. Support construction delivery through site visits, surveys, and buildability input. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental standards, and CDM Designer duties. Mentor and support graduate engineers and technicians.What Sets This Role Apart Full project lifecycle involvement - from concept and planning through to construction. Broader technical scope - work across highways, drainage, and infrastructure rather than a single discipline. Real impact on delivery - collaborate with construction teams and influence buildability decisions. Diverse project mix - balance consultancy-led commissions with major infrastructure schemes. Client-facing responsibility - build and manage key stakeholder relationships.What You'll Achieve Contribute to the growth and capability of the Infrastructure team. Deliver high-quality, sustainable, and buildable design solutions. Manage resources, programmes, and budgets effectively. Strengthen client relationships and support future work opportunities. Develop your technical expertise across highways, drainage, and infrastructure design. Gain valuable experience supporting construction phases and real-world delivery.About You Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent). Chartered Engineer (ICE) or actively working towards chartership. Strong experience in a design consultancy environment. Experience in highways and/or drainage design, including SuDS and infrastructure projects. Knowledge of UK design standards and approval processes (e.g. DMRB, Section 104, 106, highways adoption). Proficient in tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and BIM-enabled workflows. Understanding of CDM Designer's Duties and safe design principles. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working with clients and multidisciplinary teams

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Highways Design Engineer to lead the design, management, and implementation of innovative drainage and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) solutions across a diverse portfolio of urban development and highways projects. As a Senior Highways Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in the development of surface water drainage strategies and SuDS solutions. You will play a central role in delivering sustainable infrastructure that integrates seamlessly with highways, landscaping, and wider civil engineering design. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, implementation, and management of surface water drainage systems across highways and urban development projects., • Develop innovative SuDS strategies including attenuation ponds, swales, permeable pavements, and green roofs., • Undertake hydraulic and hydrological modelling using industry-standard software (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, ICM)., • Prepare detailed drainage designs, flood risk assessments, calculations, reports, and technical specifications., • Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, planning requirements, and environmental standards., • Conduct site inspections, drainage condition assessments, and capacity reviews, recommending improvements where necessary., • Integrate drainage and SuDS solutions with highways, utilities, and landscape design to ensure sustainable and cost-effective outcomes., • Provide technical advice and guidance to clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams. About You You will be a technically strong and commercially aware engineer with a passion for sustainable infrastructure and environmental enhancement. Essential: • Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline., • Demonstrable experience delivering surface water drainage and SuDS projects., • Strong working knowledge of hydraulic modelling and drainage design software., • Excellent understanding of relevant UK legislation, standards, and best practice guidance. Salary is upto £65,000k + Pkg Please apply if you have the experience above and want to hear more about this opportunity

Civil Engineer Location: Hertfordshire Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 A strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer with 2 to 5 years' experience to join a growing consultancy delivering SuDS and development infrastructure projects across Hertfordshire. This role offers hands-on involvement from planning through to detailed design within a supportive technical team. This Civil Engineer position focuses on residential and mixed-use developments, supporting drainage and infrastructure design from concept to construction. You will work alongside experienced engineers and gain structured exposure to approvals, client liaison, and project coordination, building confidence as a Civil Engineer. Key responsibilities * Produce SuDS and civil engineering designs for development projects * Support planning submissions and technical approval processes * Prepare drawings and calculations using AutoCAD and drainage software * Assist with detailed design packages and technical reports * Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders Candidate requirements * 2 to 5 years' experience as a Civil Engineer within a UK consultancy * Experience in development drainage and infrastructure design * Competent in AutoCAD and drainage tools such as Causeway Flow * Understanding of planning, detailed design, and construction stages * Proactive attitude and strong communication skills The salary for this Civil Engineer role is £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience. You will benefit from flexible working, varied project exposure, and clear progression within a stable and collaborative environment. The consultancy promotes technical quality, professional growth, and teamwork, offering a clear pathway for a Civil Engineer looking to progress steadily. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. If you are a Civil Engineer seeking development and responsibility, apply today for a confidential discussion. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience

Are you a Senior Engineer with a background in Infrastructure? We are recruiting for a client in Leavesden, Hertfordshire, specifically for their infrastructure division. An attractive 37 hour working week and competitive salary is on offer for the right candidate! Description and Requirements: As one of the world's leading construction and development companies, this firm collaborate with customers, communities, and partners to foster a better society. Our Infrastructure team excels in delivering design, build, and refurbishment solutions to complex civil engineering projects nationwide, blending technical expertise with a flair for creating enduring value for people and places. We are on the lookout for a Senior Engineer who will be instrumental in the technical and commercial delivery of drainage, Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), and civil infrastructure design projects. This role caters to both external public/private clients and Skanska's internal delivery teams, developing robust, buildable, and sustainable design solutions while providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Design and Management: Develop and manage detailed designs for drainage, SuDS, and below-ground infrastructure for buildings, highways, and public realms. Project Leadership: Lead work packages including programming, costing, proposals, and delivery, ensuring technical assurance of designs, drawings, and reports. Consultancy Services: Provide standalone consultancy services, collaborating with clients and stakeholders to meet technical, environmental, and planning goals. Safety and Sustainability: Embed Health & Safety, Environmental, and CDM Designer duties into projects, promoting safe and sustainable design practices. Mentorship: Mentor and support junior staff, advancing digital engineering workflows using tools like Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and BIM.We are looking for: Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and Chartered (ICE) or actively working towards chartership. Experience: Proven drainage design experience including SuDS, attenuation, flow control, modelling, hydraulics, and guidance compliance. Infrastructure design experience covering site-wide drainage, earthworks interfaces, public realm, and related civil works. Skills: Proficiency in MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, Civil 3D, and BIM workflows. Strong communication skills are essential.What We Offer: Health and Wellbeing: 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family. Financial Wellbeing: Financial wellbeing and employee assistance programs. Professional Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development. Family Benefits: Enhanced family benefits including maternity, paternity, dependents, and parental bereavement leave.To Apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining this client as a Senior Engineer. We look forward to reviewing your application