Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for its employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that.

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic chartered or experienced Senior Civil Engineers to join our unique award winning Light Rapid Transit team in the North of England.

Key elements of the role will include:

• Developing sustainable mass rapid transit schemes and solutions for our towns and cities, seeking to connect communities and contribute towards zero carbon goals.
• Concept and detailed design of a variety of light rapid transit schemes mainly in the UK, but with potential for support to overseas projects
• Working collaboratively with Clients and stakeholders.
• Preparation of calculations, designs, studies, specifications, drawings and reports
• Working and coordinating within multi-disciplinary teams; such as highways, environment, geotechnics, architects, structures and systems engineers
• Working and collaborating in a digital 3D environment, considering opportunities for innovation and automation
• Opportunities to develop your engineering leadership skills, providing oversight, mentoring and support to early career professionals, including apprentices.

Essential

• Post-graduate experience in civil engineering design. Light rail is ideal; however, experience in other areas such as environment and sustainability, transport planning, highways and/or heavy rail will also be considered. Industry leading training will be provided in light rapid transit engineering.
• Relevant degree
• Chartered, or working towards chartered or incorporated engineer status (for example, CEng/IEng with ICE)
• Understanding of designers' responsibilities under CDM; and a desire to eliminate risks and design out hazards
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, allowing you to confidently liaise with other team members and project stakeholders
• Experience in BIM and collaborative environments

Desirable

• Broad experience of both light rapid transit and urban highway design
• Familiarity with Tramway Principles and Guidance (LRSSB)
• Willingness to develop both your technical and engineering skills and learn or develop your skills in the complex and challenging discipline of light rapid transit

If you do not meet all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn't know we need.

About the team
We are working with many of the light rail and tramway system owners around the UK to help them provide high-quality affordable solutions, protecting and enhancing the environment, and supporting communities and the economy across the UK.

About the business unit
The Buildings and Cities Unit (BNC) has a major presence in Mott MacDonald's regional offices throughout the UK and mainland Europe, providing a wide range of diverse and transferable cross-sector skills across five key Sectors; Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation and Water. We also provide local services to customers and technical leadership to the rest of the Group in these sectors.

About Mott MacDonald
One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, Mott MacDonald is a multisector consultancy providing engineering, management, and development services on projects in 150 countries. With over 16,000 of the best people working on a diverse range of challenges, we are helping our clients deliver sustainable infrastructure and development solutions. We have a collegiate and collaborative culture which values equality and diversity, and we take proactive steps to create an inclusive workplace.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our 15-minute application via our website. Our talent acquisition coordinators aim to provide feedback within 5 working days with the outcome of your application. More information about our application process can be found here. If you have any questions regarding your application or the role, please reach out to the dedicated recruiter listed who will be more than happy to help.

Mott MacDonald is Work180 accredited - which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force!

Benefits we offer:

• Pension matched up to 7%
• Life insurance
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Continuous development opportunities - because we want you to thrive
• Agile/flexible working - because life isn't 9-5
• Enhanced parental leave; shared parental leave policies - for parents and care givers
• Annual company performance bonus scheme - Subject to company performance
• Flexible benefits that suit you, including cycle to work & interest free season ticket loans
• The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes