Civil Engineer

Waterman Aspen; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Civil Engineer with significant experience in the UK Rail industry. As a key member of the Rail team, you will produce designs and technical reports while enjoying career development and training opportunities. The role offers competitive salary, benefits package, and a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Paid community volunteering day

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in the UK Rail industry.
• Working towards Incorporated Engineer or Chartership.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and a Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Key member of the Rail team for various projects.
• Produce designs and drawings for construction.
• Deliver high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Experience within the UK Rail industry

Strong technical background in civil engineering

Knowledge of civil design and construction principles

Team collaboration for design and drawings

Experience in preparing technical reports

Education

Educated to degree level in a related subject

Tools

Document management software (ProjectWise)

Job description

… You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Civil Engineer will see you as a key member of the Rail team and you can expect: A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice Regular social events and volunteering opportunities Experience required… Essential: Experience within the UK Rail industry – typically 5 to 8 years’ experience. Strong technical background in civil engineering Working towards Incorporated Engineer or Charterships with a recognised institution such as The Institution of Civil Engineers and / or The Institution of Structural Engineers Knowledge of civil design and construction principles and standards Experience in working with a team to produce designs and drawings for construction projects and deliver technical reports Experience undertaking design, preparing and checking of calculations and drawings to ensure high quality deliverables Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related subject Eligibility to work in the UK and a Full UK driving licence Desirable: Experience in presenting engineering options, including a conceptual outline and detailed design of engineering solutions Knowledge of Network Rail standards Experience in using document management software such as ProjectWise Knowledge of scope and schedule management, risk analysis, cost control and an understanding of NEC3/4 contracts You’ll get this and so much more… As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package: Company car or car allowance Contribution to commuting mileage Permanent health insurance 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues) Company pension contribution Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community