Senior Civil Design Engineer – Mine Waste

Knight Piesold Consulting • London, England • Posted July 19, 2026

Position Overview

Knight Piesold UK is Hiring!


We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer with a minimum of 15 years’ experience and a strong background in civil infrastructure design—particularly Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), water dams, and embankment structures. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role within our expanding London team, delivering technically significant and internationally recognised mining and infrastructure projects.

Role Overview

Knight Piesold’s London office has an immediate requirement for a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead the delivery of TSF and associated water infrastructure designs across a diverse portfolio of international mining projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the concept development, detailed design, and construction support of tailings and water storage facilities. The position will focus on the civil engineering aspects of design—such as earthwo...