Senior Structural Design Engineer

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to join their Bridge Design Teams. This role involves taking ownership of various bridge design and maintenance projects, requiring a deep understanding of structural behavior and relevant design standards. You will work in a collaborative environment that values continuous development and offers a hybrid working arrangement. The position promises challenging and rewarding work, with opportunities to enhance your skills through involvement in significant projects. If you are passionate about engineering and looking for a supportive workplace, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Supportive Working Environment

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Generous Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Staff Discounts

Generous Employer Pension Contribution

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level in Civil or Structural Engineering or significant relevant experience.
• Excellent knowledge of structural behaviour and design codes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bridge assessments, maintenance, and replacement schemes.
• Ensure projects meet timescales and budgets while maintaining quality.

Skills

Structural Behaviour

Design Codes

Computer Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Significant Relevant Experience

Tools

Structural Analysis Programs

Job description

The Role:

As a forward-thinking in-house business unit, Hampshire Engineering Services offers a range of services to the County Council and other public authorities. Our Bridge Design Teams are looking for highly motivated and technically strong Senior Structural Design Engineers to be involved in the delivery of challenging bridge design and maintenance schemes. We have a great team environment, and we support and develop our engineers, so they are continuously developing their skills.

Working in the Bridge Design Teams, you will take autonomy of your own work and be responsible for all aspects of the project whether this is a bridge assessment, maintenance, strengthening or replacement scheme. You should have a thorough understanding of structural behaviour and the application of relevant design and assessment standards. Knowledge of construction methods and contract procedures would be an advantage.

It is also essential for you to have an in-depth understanding of current Eurocodes, British Standards and assessment codes.

We have recently completed a £5.5M bridge replacement scheme in the New Forest and a £1.4M bridge deck replacement in Winchester. Our current projects include design of a new integral two span continuous steel composite deck bridges as part of a bypass route (£26M scheme), a £25M refurbishment scheme for 4 major structures spanning the river Test and Network Rail tracks, feasibility options for replacing a 20m span footbridge over Network Rail tracks, and several small bridge and footbridge deck strengthening and replacement schemes.

We are maintaining over 1750 structures of all types of structural form, from single or multi span brick arches to Grade II listed cast iron bridges as well as modern steel and reinforced concrete bridges and retaining walls. Future work will include inspection for assessment, structural assessments, strengthening and replacement schemes to ensure all our structures remain open to highway users and in a serviceable condition. In addition, we provide technical support to external clients, developers, contractors, and other local authorities.

About You:

To be successful in the role you will have the following knowledge, skills and qualifications:

• Educated to Degree level in Civil or Structural Engineering or significant relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of structural behaviour, design codes, materials and proficient in computer analysis
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload to ensure that timescales and budgets are met
• In-depth understanding of current Eurocodes, British Standards and assessment codes
• Working knowledge of the application of structural analysis programs
• Good communication skills and a high standard of report writing
• Sound understanding of the CDM Regulations
• Current driver’s licence is essential as the role requires travel to various locations within Hampshire

Within your application please demonstrate how you meet the essential qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience as specified in the below job description and person specification document linked below.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

What We Can Offer You:

There are many reasons why we are a great choice for your next career move:

• We offer a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment which promotes an excellent work-life balance
• We offer challenging and rewarding work - from small bridge strengthening schemes to multi-million design and repair schemes and the opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your technical capabilities
• Hybrid working: this role is based in Winchester with a hybrid working arrangement (office and home working) to suit operational requirements
• We are committed to inclusion, diversity and wellbeing - staff are encouraged to get involved in a variety of internal Networks (BME, staff disability, Carers and working parents, and LGBT+) in accordance with our Inclusion Strategy
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and paid sick leave
• Staff discounts for a range of goods and services, as well as travel and eye care
• Generous Employer Pension Contribution

To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.