Principal Civil Engineer - PSC

Wood PLC; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm seeks a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer for a 6-month contract in Reading, UK. The role involves analyzing and designing steel and concrete structures, as well as engaging with various engineering software and codes. The ideal candidate holds an Engineering Degree and has experience in large Oil & Gas projects, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines. This hybrid position offers the chance to contribute to critical energy and materials projects.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status preferable but not essential.
• Experience with UK national and international codes and standards.
• Experiences working on large Oil & Gas or Energy Transition projects.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and Design of structure and equipment foundations to static and dynamic loading.
• Preparation of technical documents including Basis of Design and Material Specifications.
• Liaise with Designers and other disciplines.

Skills

Analysis and Design of steel and concrete structures

Proficient in engineering software like STAAD.Pro

Preparation of design calculations for seismic design

Liaising with other disciplines

Education

Engineering Degree in relevant subject

Tools

Microstation

Smartplant 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood in Reading have a requirement for a Senior / Principal level Civil Engineer to work on projects based in our Green Park, Reading offices. The role is an initial 6 month contract operating on a hybrid basis.

RESPONIBILITIES

• Analysis and Design of steel and concrete structures to various International & Company codes and standards (e.g., European, American, British, Shell, Aramco)
• Analysis and Design of structure and equipment foundations to static and dynamic loading
• Analysis and Design using engineering software such as STAAD.Pro, Foundation 3D, Matt 3D
• Preparation of Basis of Design, Material Specifications, Material takes offs, Scopes of Work, Technical reports, Inter discipline design coordination and supervision
• Competent in preparing design calculations for steel and concrete structure, seismic design, and design to extreme wind loads, developing design sketches and pass relevant information to designers as required on assigned projects
• Liaise with Designers in the preparation of CAD drawings, typically using, Microstation, Smartplant 3D, AutoCAD, PDMS, PDS
• Liaise with other disciplines to accommodate their requirements and with Designers in the preparation of structural and foundation drawings and details
• Experience of Project Execution on the Middle‑East region ideally on Aramco projects

QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering Degree in relevant subject
• Chartered Engineer status preferable but not essential
• Experience and good understanding UK national and international codes and standards
• Experienced working at FEED / EPC stage of large Oil & Gas or Energy Transition projects

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list) : race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.