Design Engineer

Job IntroductionGroundforce Shorco operates a fleet of rental equipment, largely comprising of structural support products, designed and arranged into configurations to provide temporary works solutions for our clients. The solutions can range in size from high frequency smaller schemes to bespoke large basement propping schemes. The business also develops new products and processes to remain competitive in the market.In this role, you will be part of the Shoring Design Team, creating and developing temporary works solutions and preparing high quality design documentation that both assist and enhance the output across the entire department. Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing tender proposals, preliminary and construction stage designs in a timely manner, in accordance with approved codes of practice and legislationFollowing the Technical department procedures to ensure a smooth design processLiaising and collaborating with customers, Hire Desk, Sales and Operation teams to ensure successful project delivery within time and budget constraintsWorking closely with the other technical teams to assist with the workload as requiredProviding support and guidance to other team members and developing systems/processes that maintain consistency throughoutProducing design drawings using Autodesk RevitUndertaking specific project work as required and being able to manage own workload and time effectivelyCommunicating effectively and contributing proactively in meetings and discussionsLeading on innovation and taking responsibility for developing best practices for new ways of workingThe Ideal CandidateSolving problems is your passion; you like to create and produce accurate work and take a pride in what you doYou are a team player, keen to support other team members and to drive forward continuous improvements using your own ideas to improve the quality of drawing and design packagesPrevious experience in a similar role, ideally within the construction industry; the specifics of the job role is flexible and will depend upon experience and qualificationsQualifications: Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering BEng, MEng, BSc, Msc etc. or equivalent OR HND with Eng Tech MICE and 4 years relevant experienceExperienced user of Autodesk AutoCAD, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)Previous experience and good understanding of structural analysis software (CADS A3D MAX, Tekla Tedds, Robot, SAP2000 etc.)Good knowledge of Revit is desirableKnowledge of Groundforce product range or experience with the use and/or configuration of similar proprietary products is desirableMember of ICE or working towards professional qualification is desirableWhat We Can Offer YouCompetitive salary Salary sacrifice pension25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysAdditional holiday purchase schemeFree Tool HireLife Assurance cover 3x salaryShare save schemeEye care vouchersRecommend a friend schemeLearning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where requiredSupport in gaining relevant professional qualifications with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Accredited Company Approved Training Scheme (CATS)Opportunity to undertake day release education to gain recognised engineering qualificationsCycle to work scheme Long service recognition My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brandsDiscounts on HP productsEE mobile contract discount offersGym discountsHealth Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joiningA Little Bit About UsGroundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.