Graduate Design Engineer

This entry-level civil design scheme focuses on structural calculations and subterranean infrastructure, training engineering graduates to develop concrete solutions for shafts and retaining walls while coordinating temporary works.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, finances and lifestyle:

• Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days per year plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 24 days after one year and 25 days after two years’ service

• Life assurance cover of 4x annual salary

• Pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with company contributions of 5% and employee contributions of 4% (with the option to contribute more)

• Access to a benefits platform offering instant discounts on shopping, dining and travel

• Discounted private health and dental care

• Gym membership discounts, with no minimum contract period

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Electric car scheme, available after successful completion of probation

Role Purpose

Supports permanent and temporary works design activities for infrastructure and tunnelling projects.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare structural and civil engineering calculations and drawings.

· Develop permanent works solutions for shafts, retaining walls, slabs, foundations, and reinforced concrete structures.

· Coordinate with geotechnical, construction, and temporary works teams.

· Support constructability reviews and value engineering exercises.

· Work in accordance with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 standards for information management and collaborative delivery.

· Comply with CDM 2015 regulations, company HSEQ procedures, and promote a positive safety culture across all activities.

· Support NEC4 contract administration, early warning processes, Program reviews, and change management activities.

· Prepare technical specifications, design reports, and assurance documentation.

Technical Requirements

· Knowledge in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and structural analysis software.

· Knowledge with reinforced concrete and steel design to Eurocodes.

· Knowledge of tunnelling interfaces including shafts, sprayed concrete linings, and underground structures.

· Understanding of buildability and construction methodologies.

· Experience using Tekla, Revit, or Robot Structural Analysis is advantageous.

Experience & Qualifications

· Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.

· 0–2 years experience within infrastructure, structural, or tunnelling design.

· Understanding of Eurocodes, BS standards, and UK infrastructure requirements.

· Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or IStructE depending on level.

Company Background 
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed 
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.