NUVIA UK - Senior Structural Engineer

NUVIA UK; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Warrington is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to engage in hands-on analysis and design within the Civil Structural department. The role involves leading design processes for steel and reinforced concrete structures while contributing to the development of team members. Successful candidates should possess extensive design experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of £45,000 - £58,000 based on experience and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

25 days holiday increasing with service

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience in structural design consultancy.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising on safety and quality.
• Experience with supervision and bridge design to Eurocode standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process for steel and reinforced concrete structures.
• Prepare and review design documentation throughout the design process.
• Support and develop Graduates, Apprentices, and/or Designers in the team.

Skills

Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals

Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel

Ability in analysis of structural frames using software (e.g. STAAD, Autodesk ROBOT)

Competence in a design delivery position

Organisational and interpersonal skills

Education

Recognised Engineering Certificate (HNC/HND/Degree)

Tools

STAAD

Autodesk ROBOT

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer

Birchwood, Warrington

£45,000 - £58,000 DOE

The Senior Engineer is fundamentally a hands‑on analysis and design‑based role within the Civil Structural department, typically on steel and reinforced concrete structures.

You 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.

As the Senior Engineer, you will also have 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.

Essential Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• Nuclear experience or experience from within a highly regulated industry.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays 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.

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

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.

Employee Staff Benefits :

• 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
• In partnership with trade unions
• Gym DiscountsPersonal Development & Further Education Support
• Long Service & Recognition Awards
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• .......And More
• After 1 year of service.

Entité

NUVIA est une branche de VINCI, plus grand groupe intégré de concessions et BTP du monde. NUVIA est plus particulièrement l'entité nucléaire du Groupe VINCI et est impliqué dans le cycle de vie tout entier des installations nucléaires, du New Build au démantèlement, en passant par la maintenance et l'exploitation. NUVIA est en croissance constante, avec plus de 2700 salariés dans le monde. En moyenne, 100 hommes et femmes nous rejoignent chaque année. Maintenant, plus que jamais, nous recherchons de nouveaux talents pour soutenir la croissance du groupe.