Senior Maritime Civil Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 17 August 2025
LOCATION
Edinburgh
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Maritime Engineering CAD BIM Level 2 Engineering Standards Project Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Summary

A Senior Maritime Civil Engineer role working on globally significant projects within a flat organization structure with individual autonomy.

This role offers great exposure to local and global projects, working with leading professionals in the maritime sector.

  • Collect and collate design data
  • Carry out inspections and surveys
  • Produce design calculations, check and review calculations produced by others.
  • Produce outline models, drawings and details for CAD (in Revit environment if you can but detailed drafting/modelling by modellers), check and review these prior to issue
  • Prepare draft Bills of Quantities, Contract Documents and Specifications.
  • Prepare reports and presentations.
  • Undertake structural analyses and reporting.
  • Provide engineering judgement and advice; contribute to preparation of study reports
  • Manage and direct more junior staff
  • Coach junior staff in technical matters
  • Autonomy and responsibility to work on the projects you find interesting
  • Produce proposals and work directly with our clients.

The ideal candidate will possess a BSc/BEng and Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, be a CEng MICE or CEng MIStructE, be a good communicator, and possess a strong understanding of maritime structures, experience with international maritime and structural engineering standards, and a willingness to travel occasionally.

About Royal HaskoningDHV:

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.​

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

About our Maritime Business:

Royal HaskoningDHV are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design and development, and our teams of multi-disciplinary experts have assisted our international clientele to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide-range of port projects.

We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals and engineers globally and we are world leaders in the production of port feasibility studies, master plans and designs.

About Our Edinburgh Team:

The Edinburgh team comprises of approximately 16 Engineers, Project Managers and technicians delivering a wide range of Maritime projects and inspections in Scotland, throughout the UK and internationally.  As the only Scottish office, the team in Leith is the focus for all the Maritime work in Scotland, and RHDHV are on a number of key Scottish frameworks for Engineering services.   Within the Edinburgh office there is also a team of mechanical engineers and environmental scientists, and there is close collaboration between the different disciplines, as they work together on projects.

What will you do:

  • Collect and collate design data
  • Carry out inspections and surveys
  • Produce design calculations, check and review calculations produced by others.
  • Produce outline models, drawings and details for CAD (in Revit environment if you can but detailed drafting/modelling by modellers), check and review these prior to issue
  • Prepare draft Bills of Quantities, Contract Documents and Specifications.
  • Prepare reports and presentations.
  • Undertake structural analyses and reporting.
  • Provide engineering judgement and advice; contribute to preparation of study reports
  • Manage and direct more junior staff
  • Coach junior staff in technical matters
  • Autonomy and responsibility to work on the projects you find interesting
  • Produce proposals and work directly with our clients.

What you bring:

Essential:

  • BSc/BEng in Civil/Structural Engineering
  • Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
  • CEng MICE or CEng MIStructE
  • Good communicator (written and verbal)
  • Good team player.
  • Commercially aware.
  • Professional experience in planning and design of maritime structures
  • Familiarity with international maritime and structural engineering standards, manuals etc
  • Willing to travel occasionally throughout the UK and overseas

Desirable:

  • At least 5 years of experience
  • Knowledge / Experience of working to BIM Level 2
  • Maritime specific civil engineering experience will be an advantage
  • Awareness of industry procedures and best practice
  • Demonstrable experience in applying technology to improve productivity
  • Excellent technical track record

What we offer you:

Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to Enhancing Society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us!

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life. You can learn more about our benefits here.

Location:

You will be based in Edinburgh; hybrid working is possible.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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