Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Morson Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer based in Manchester. This role involves leading small projects in the nuclear sector and requires a BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering with at least 5 years of experience. The successful candidate will prepare design documentation, communicate with BIM teams, and support junior engineers. This position offers negotiable rates and a chance to work on a variety of interesting projects in a growing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the nuclear industry.
• Strong knowledge of design procedures and installation requirements.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead small projects from a technical perspective.
• Prepare design analyses and documentation for civil and structural works.
• Communicate designs effectively to BIM teams.

Skills

Minimum 5 years experience within the nuclear industry

Good knowledge of design working practices

Awareness of risk identification and HSE requirements

Education

BEng Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartership or near chartered with ICE or IStructE

Tools

CSCS or CCNSG

Job description

Overview

My client is currently looking for a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to be based in Manchester, with occasional visits to other offices and site. Negotiable rates – outside IR35. This is an exciting and challenging role in a growing team of 130+ C&S engineers and designers. Our department covers a range of projects from concept studies through to detailed design, providing a variety of interesting work. Industries include water, transport and energy, including green energy, nuclear and oil and gas.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for leading small projects and sub-tasks from a technical perspective.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed design analyses, calculations, specifications and related documentation for civil and structural works.
• Communicate designs effectively to the BIM teams.
• Communicate effectively with other disciplines and construction teams.
• Communicate confidently and authoritatively with clients.
• Challenge and deliver value engineering solutions.
• Support and guide more junior team members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience within the nuclear industry.
• Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline.
• Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements.

Desirable

• C&S elements of pumped systems, such as fire and potable water.
• Knowledge of Urenco standards and processes.
• Experience with new and historic structures, including optioneering assessments.
• Experience in leading small teams and supporting more junior engineers.
• Knowledge and experience of common forms of contracts.
• Project management experience.
• Requirements management experience.

Qualifications

• BEng Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartership or near chartered with ICE or IStructE.
• CSCS or CCNSG.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.