Senior Engineer/Principal Engineer - Bridges

WSP; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Senior/Principal Engineer, where you'll lead civil and bridge engineering projects. You'll mentor junior staff and ensure quality and budget adherence. Collaborate on diverse projects and make a significant impact in the engineering field.

Qualifications

• Experience in bridge design, maintenance, and assessment.
• Knowledge of DMRB and MCDHW standards.
• Understanding of Eurocodes for bridge design.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Prepare documents, reports, and cost estimates.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Client handling

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer

Tools

LUSAS

Superstress

SAM

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role

As a Senior/Principal Engineer, you will drive the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects, using your knowledge and skills to ensure quality, timeliness, and budget adherence. You will also mentor and support junior team members.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Bridge design, both in the UK and overseas;
2. Bridge management;
3. Bridge strengthening, repair, inspections, and assessments;
4. Support to other teams in general civil and structural engineering;
5. Feasibility studies and options appraisals;
6. Preparation of documents, reports, health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, feasibility studies, and cost estimates;
7. Preparation of fee estimates;
8. Supervision of junior team members and CAD technicians.

Your team

Our team is based in WSP's vibrant city centre offices, with access to public transport and amenities. We work on a variety of projects in the rail and highways sectors for clients such as HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, D&B Contractors, and private clients. The diverse projects and a culture of learning and development offer excellent opportunities to broaden your skills across sectors.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

You should be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with experience including:

• Practical knowledge of bridge design, maintenance, and assessment from site and office work;
• Project management experience in bridge projects;
• Proven expertise in design, maintenance, and supervision of bridge and civil structures, including innovation in design and management;
• Knowledge of DMRB and MCDHW standards related to structural schemes;
• Understanding of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design;
• Experience with steel, reinforced, and prestressed concrete bridge structures;
• Experience with analysis software such as LUSAS, Superstress, and SAM;
• Strong communication, client handling, and interpersonal skills, with adaptability and a proactive attitude towards team development.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Work on landmark projects globally and seize opportunities to make a meaningful community impact. What if you could do the best work of your life and leave a legacy?

With us, you can. Apply today.

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