Assistant Engineer (Roads)

WSP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join WSP as a Civil Engineer focused on highways design in Newcastle, working on diverse projects from major strategic highways to local authority infrastructure improvements. Collaborate with talented individuals while developing innovative solutions and supporting the development of junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Highways design experience according to DMRB.
• Passion for design and developing innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs and specifications according to DMRB.
• Develop designs using Civil3D and AutoCAD.
• Support Senior Engineers in planning and cost estimation.

Skills

Highways design experience

Civil3D

AutoCAD

Innovative solution development

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

You’ll be working alongside a host of talented people ranging from our early career professionals to established engineers and project managers working across the Roads business to improve the local and strategic road networks.

Working in partnership with National Highways and Local Authority clients across the region you could find yourself immersed in a diverse range of projects including active travel, digital design (including 3D modelling), strategic network improvements, major and minor maintenance, alignment, road safety as well as public realm. The role will offer an interesting and varied workload – from major strategic highway projects such as Smart Motorways through to a diverse range of small and medium local authority highway infrastructure improvement schemes.

You will:

• Prepare designs and specifications in accordance with Design Manual Roads Bridges (DMRB)
• Develop designs using Civil3D and AutoCAD
• Deliver work packages with scope to move up to managing smaller schemes
• Provide support to Senior Engineers within the design team in planning, programming and cost estimation.
• Support development of Graduate Engineers and Apprentices.
• Produce technical reports as required

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Highways design experience in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB)
• A passion for design and developing innovative solutions.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.Apply today.

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