Lead Precast Civil Engineer

Job description

Precast Civil Engineer

Rail Infrastructure | Innovation | Technical Leadership

Are you a Civil or Structural Engineer with a passion for precast concrete and a desire to work at the forefront of UK rail infrastructure?

We’re looking for a Precast Civil Engineer to take technical ownership of precast concrete solutions used across major rail projects - supporting everything from product development and approvals through to manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.

This is a highly influential role, sitting at the intersection of engineering, operations, commercial and procurement, where your expertise will directly shape product quality, safety and innovation.

What you’ll be doing

Driving product innovation

• Lead and support new precast product development, including design, testing and approvals (particularly with Network Rail)
• Carry out structural calculations for reinforced concrete elements
• Design connections, lifting points and transportation methods
• Optimise designs for performance, safety, sustainability and manufacturability

Technical leadership & governance

• Produce and review technical drawings, specifications and bar bending schedules
• Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, standards and safety regulations
• Prepare reports and documentation for certification, approvals and project governance

Manufacturing & quality oversight

• Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing teams
• Approve production drawings, materials and QC procedures
• Troubleshoot issues related to concrete mix design, reinforcement and tolerances

Collaboration & commercial support

• Act as a trusted technical partner to commercial, procurement and operations teams
• Support technical queries, claims and supplier testing
• Work closely with clients, contractors and supply-chain partners

Safety & continuous improvement

• Champion a best-in-class safety culture
• Embed safety considerations into every technical and operational decision
• Drive continuous improvement, knowledge-sharing and industry best practice

What we’re looking for

Experience & knowledge

• Strong background in precast concrete or construction materials
• Solid experience in reinforced concrete and steel design
• Rail sector experience is highly advantageous
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and emerging technologies

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years’ relevant industry experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Tekla, SketchUp, Excel
• ICE Chartered (or working towards) advantageous but not essential
• IOSH safety training preferred

Personal qualities

• Clear, confident communicator - able to explain complex engineering simply
• Proactive, resilient and solutions-focused
• Strong sense of ownership with a genuine desire to improve how things are done
• Committed to ongoing professional development

Why this role?

• Influence real rail infrastructure projects used across the UK
• Shape new products and engineering solutions from concept to delivery
• Work in a business that values technical excellence, safety and innovation
• Long-term opportunity with genuine scope to make your mark

Interested?

Apply via LinkedIn or reach out for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Midlands

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English