Maritime/Civil Design Engineer

Are you an experienced Civil Design Engineer with a background in large, complex infrastructure projects? We're currently hiring a Design Engineer (Waterfront / Civil Bias) to join a specialist engineering team at Portsmouth Naval Base, delivering innovative, compliant, and sustainable design solutions for critical maritime infrastructure. Tell me more In this role, you'll work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, taking responsibility for the design process across waterfront structures, foundations, and peripheral engineering systems. You'll lead and coordinate design activity from inception to in-service, ensuring compliance with regulations, alignment with client objectives, and delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on major defence and maritime projects in a unique environment. Salary £60,000pa, with excellent benefits and long-term career progression opportunities. What do you need? Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or sub-discipline) Incorporated Engineer or working towards Chartered Engineer status 5 years' experience in infrastructure or civil engineering projects Strong knowledge of the full engineering lifecycle, from inception to delivery Experience in waterfront structures, foundations, reinforced concrete, piling, and peripheral systems (e.g. corrosion control, utilities, dockside assets) Knowledge of British Standards, building regulations, and legislation (CDM, LOLER, PUWER, Temporary Works) Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills Full right to work in the UK What will you be doing? Developing design briefs into detailed Statements of Requirements Leading and managing multi-discipline design teams for major projects Delivering innovative design solutions aligned with sustainability and Net Zero Carbon goals Ensuring compliance with client requirements, legislation, and regulations Reviewing and managing subcontractor designs against requirements Preparing documentation including Safe to Operate statements, risk assessments, and method statements Supporting audits, inspections, and quality processes for project handover Providing regular progress reports, forecasts, and KPIs to senior management Mentoring and supporting junior engineers while fostering a positive team culture The details: Full-time, permanent role Based at Portsmouth Naval Base Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects in a unique maritime environment Excellent career development and professional accreditation support If you're ready to bring your civil engineering expertise to a challenging and rewarding role, click the APPLY button now for a quick CV review – or call Steph for more information. Kingdom People is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.

Location: Portsmouth, South East, GB

Posted Date: 9/17/2025