Design Engineer

Job Introduction

Groundforce 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 Major Projects 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 Responsibilities

• Preparing tender proposals, preliminary and construction stage designs in a timely manner, in accordance with approved codes of practice and legislation
• Following the Technical department procedures to ensure a smooth design process
• Liaising and collaborating with customers, Hire Desk, Sales and Operation teams to ensure successful project delivery within time and budget constraints
• Working closely with the other technical teams to assist with the workload as required
• Providing support and guidance to other team members and developing systems/processes that maintain consistency throughout
• Producing design drawings using Autodesk Revit
• Undertaking specific project work as required and being able to manage own workload and time effectively
• Communicating effectively and contributing proactively in meetings and discussions
• Leading on innovation and taking responsibility for developing best practices for new ways of working

The Ideal Candidate

• Solving problems is your passion; you like to create and produce accurate work and take a pride in what you do
• You 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 packages
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the construction industry; the specifics of the job role is flexible and will depend upon experience and qualifications
• Qualifications: Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering BEng, MEng, BSc, Msc etc. or equivalent OR HND with Eng Tech MICE and 4 years relevant experience
• Experienced 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 desirable
• Knowledge of Groundforce product range or experience with the use and/or configuration of similar proprietary products is desirable
• Member of ICE or working towards professional qualification is desirable

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary 
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday FTE, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Support 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 qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Long service recognition 
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

A Little Bit About Us

Groundforce 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, Mr Cropper, 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.