Senior Civil Struct & Architect Engineer

Westinghouse Electric; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineer to lead CS&A engineering on complex projects. The role involves overseeing project delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with standards. The ideal candidate has a relevant Bachelor's degree, chartered status, and extensive experience in the nuclear industry. This position offers competitive remuneration and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Peer-to-peer recognition program

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of industry experience, with at least 3 years at Senior Engineer level.
• Ideally 5+ years in the nuclear or other regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of applicable standards, regulations, codes, and directives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team depending on project scope.
• Check and approve engineering calculations.
• Produce accurate, well-formatted technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Skills

CS&A design principles

Technical documentation

Civil construction knowledge

Seismic load design

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline

Chartered Member of the ICE

Job description

Overview

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

As a Senior Civil, Structural & Architectural (CS&A) Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of CS&A engineering requirements across either a large, complex project or several medium-sized projects. You will act as the overall technical lead on single-discipline projects, and on multi-discipline projects, you will report to the Project Engineering Manager as the lead for your discipline. You will deliver project outcomes independently or by leading a team, while also supporting the development of junior engineers.

This position reports to the Manager of Facilities & Infrastructure Design and is based at the Springfields Fuel Site.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of accountability for the CS&A engineering discipline
• Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, depending on project scope
• Develop key CS&A design deliverables
• Check and approve engineering calculations
• Ensure design quality and compliance with standards and regulations
• Oversee work of consultants and subcontractors
• Produce accurate, well-formatted technical documentation
• Prepare and review quality plans for work packages
• Deliver work within defined scope, time, and budget
• Resolve technical issues and manage change control
• Ensure CDM compliance and fulfill designer responsibilities
• Present designs to clients and stakeholders
• Contribute to design reviews and HAZOPs
• Produce and review safety-related documentation
• Support bids by developing estimates, scope, and programme logic
• Mentor junior engineers and designers
• Build strong relationships with clients and partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline
• Chartered Member of the ICE
• Strong understanding of applicable standards, regulations, codes, and directives
• Proven expertise in CS&A design principles and practices
• Experience producing Technical Files for new products, plant, or equipment
• Broad knowledge of civil construction and construction management
• Strong background in designing for seismic, blast, and impact loads
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience, including at least 3 years at Senior Engineer level
• Ideally 5+ years in the nuclear or other highly regulated industry

#LI-Hybrid

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in the UK can expect:

• Attractive remuneration

• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:

  • Peer-to-peer recognition program.

  • Life insurance

  • Pension plan

  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members

• Learning and development opportunities.

• We encourage our employees to participate incommunity service eventsand other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube