NUVIA UK - Senior Structural Engineer

VINCI; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to manage design processes and lead project teams. You will perform hands-on design on complex structures, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years in structural design consultancy and relevant engineering qualifications. This role offers competitive pay and excellent staff benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid and agile working policies

8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

Long Service & Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• 10+ years' work experience in structural design consultancy.
• Design delivery competence in a related position.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design documentation including technical specifications and risk assessments.
• Lead the design teams in day-to-day developments.
• Support and develop Graduates and Apprentices.

Skills

Strong understanding of structural engineering

Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Steel

Analysis of structural frames using software

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Team player with good interpersonal skills

Education

Recognised Engineering Certificate (HNC / HND / Degree)

Tools

STAAD

Autodesk ROBOT

Job description

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Senior Structural Engineer

Milton Park, Oxfordshire£45,000 - £58,000 DOE

The Senior Engineer is fundamentally a hands-on analysis and design-based role within the Civil Structural department, and typically on steel and reinforced concrete structures.
They would be expected to be capable to lead on day-to-day developments of the design through the design process, working autonomously and as part of a wider multidisciplinary project team.
The Senior Engineer also has a shared managerial responsibility in respect of supporting and developing Graduates, Apprentices and/or Designers in the team.

Reporting to

Principal Engineer.

Key Accountabilities for a Senior Structural Engineer

• Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process, such as: Basis of Design reports, technical specifications, risk assessments, method statements, technical files and other documentation required by safety legislation and procedures.
• Preparation and review of optioneering studies.
• Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications
• Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
• Contribution to design reviews
• Preparation of technical specifications
• Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

Duties and Requirements for a Senior Structural Engineer

Essential

• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of structural engineering discipline, including safety legislation and statutory regulations.
• Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel and a good understanding of design in other construction materials.
• Experience and ability in the analysis of structural frames and members using proprietary software packages (e.g. STAAD, Autodesk ROBOT).
• Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising on safety and quality.
• A strong team player, with good organisational and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Nuclear experience or experience from within a highly regulated industry,
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays overs occasionally
• Experience of supervision.
• Bridge Design experience to Eurocode standards.

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree with circa. 10+ years' work experience in structural design consultancy.

Employee Staff Benefits:

• Hybrid and agile working policies.
• 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance.
• Private Medical Scheme*.
• Employee Share Scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work.
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years' service, 31 days after 10 years' service).
• Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year.
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP).
• In partnership with trade unions.
• Personal Development & Further Education Support.
• Long Service & Recognition Awards.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme.
  *After 1 year of service.

Why us?

As a subsidiary of VINCI construction, Nuvia operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.