Civil & Structural Engineer – Rail & Bridges Focus

Vulcain Engineering - UK; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working set-up

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical Insurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Crouch Waterfall in Warrington is seeking a Civil & Structural Engineer to join its multi-disciplinary team. You will design and assess large-scale structures, including bridges, structural steelwork, and reinforced concrete, with exposure to rails and heavy industry.

This permanent role offers development toward Chartership, collaboration with senior engineers, and a supportive, client-facing environment within the Vulcain group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the design of large-scale structures such as bridges, structural steelwork, and reinforced concrete.
• Background in infrastructure, major projects, or heavy industry, with exposure to the Rail sector beneficial.
• Proficient in Tedds for structural calculations, with experience using finite element analysis software such as Robot, Midas, or similar tools.
• Experience contributing to inspections, assessments, and analysis of existing structures, as well as new-build design would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with temporary works is desirable.
• Comfortable operating in client-facing environments, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ideally working towards professional accreditation (ICE or IStructE), with support available to progress toward Chartered status.
• Reside locally to Warrington or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers in the technical delivery of large-scale civil & structural design projects, including bridges, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, and temporary works.
• Undertake structural design and analysis for major infrastructure schemes, including rail structures, inspections, nuclear temporary works, and selected building projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and design deliverables using both hand methods and appropriate software under the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Carry out site inspections, surveys, and assessments of existing structures, contributing to clear and accurate technical reports.
• Collaborate with the wider project team to manage workloads, meet programme deadlines, and ensure high-quality outputs.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders as required to clarify project scope and support ongoing project delivery.

Job description

Crouch Waterfall in Warrington is seeking a Civil & Structural Engineer to join its multi-disciplinary team. You will design and assess large-scale structures, including bridges, structural steelwork, and reinforced concrete, with exposure to rails and heavy industry.

This permanent role offers development toward Chartership, collaboration with senior engineers, and a supportive, client-facing environment within the Vulcain group.