Senior Bridge Engineer

Access Talent Group; London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Bridge Engineer for their London team. This role focuses on the design and assessment of moveable bridges, offering full support and development in this specialist area. Ideal candidates should be Chartered Engineers or nearing chartership with significant bridge design experience. The position promises competitive salary and involvement in landmark projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Tailored professional development

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bridge design and/or assessment.
• Strong technical capability in structural engineering principles.
• Willingness to immerse yourself in the specialist field of moveable bridges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, assessment, and refurbishment of moveable bridge structures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

Skills

Bridge design expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Curiosity and adaptability in engineering

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or close to achieving chartership

Job description

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We are working with a leading engineering consultancy with a proud track record in delivering complex and iconic bridge projects across the UK and internationally. They are now seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join their London team, focusing on one of the most exciting and technically challenging sectors in bridge engineering – moveable bridges.

This is a rare opportunity to become part of a niche discipline that blends structural engineering, mechanical systems, and innovative design.

The Role:

• Lead and contribute to the design, assessment, and refurbishment of moveable bridge structures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers.
• Oversee project stages from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

What’s Unique About This Role:
While prior experience in moveable bridge design is highly desirable, it’s not essential. The consultancy is open to bringing in an engineer with strong bridge design expertise and a genuine passion to move into this specialist market. Full technical support and development in moveable bridge engineering will be provided.

About You:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or close to achieving chartership (ICE or equivalent).
• Significant experience in bridge design and/or assessment.
• Strong technical capability in structural engineering principles.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to immerse yourself in the specialist field of moveable bridges.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Tailored professional development including training in moveable bridge systems.
• Opportunity to work on landmark, technically unique projects.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

If you’re ready to take your bridge engineering career in a new and exciting direction, and want to become part of a consultancy shaping the future of specialist bridge projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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