Senior Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering company is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer based in Warrington or Oxfordshire. This hands-on role involves leading design projects for steel and reinforced concrete structures, preparing essential design documentation, and supporting junior team members. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of safety regulations. Competitive salary and benefits package available.

Benefits

Hybrid and agile working policies

8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance

Private Medical Scheme

Employee Share Scheme

25 days holiday

Personal Development Support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ work experience in structural design consultancy.
• Ability to work to deadlines without compromising safety.
• Experience in a design delivery position.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day developments of design processes.
• Prepare design documentation and perform design calculations.
• Support and develop Graduates and Apprentices.

Skills

Structural engineering fundamentals

Design experience in Reinforced Concrete

Proprietary software analysis

Strong team player

Good organisational skills

Education

HNC / HND / Degree in Engineering

Tools

STAAD

Autodesk ROBOT

Job description

Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Warrington or Oxfordshire

Salary: up to £58,000 DOE

Must be SC Clearable

Permanent Position

Description of the assignment

The Senior Engineer is fundamentally a hands-on analysis and design-based role within the Civil Structural department, and typically on steel and reinforced concrete structures.

They would be expected to be capable to lead on day-to-day developments of the design through the design process, working autonomously and as part of a wider multidisciplinary project team.

The Senior Engineer also has a shared managerial responsibility in respect of supporting and developing Graduates, Apprentices and/or Designers in the team.

Reports to

Principal Engineer.

Key Accountabilities

· Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process, such as: Basis of Design reports, technical specifications, risk assessments, method statements, technical files and other documentation required by safety legislation and procedures.

· Preparation and review of optioneering studies.

· Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications.

· Prepare supporting design calculations and analysis to substantiate design.

· Checking bespoke design calculations.

· Contribution to design reviews.

Profile

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

· A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree with circa. 10+ years’ work experience in structural design consultancy.

Duties and Requirements

Essential

· Strong understanding of the fundamentals of structural engineering discipline, including safety legislation and statutory regulations.

· Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel and a good understanding of design in other construction materials.

· Experience and ability in the analysis of structural frames and members using proprietary software packages (e.g. STAAD, Autodesk ROBOT).

· Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position.

· Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising on safety and quality.

· A strong team player, with good organisational and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

· Nuclear experience or experience from within a highly regulated industry,

· A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with occasional overnight stays.

· Experience of supervision.

· Bridge Design experience to Eurocode standards.

Employee Staff Benefits:

· Hybrid and agile working policies.

· 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance.

· Private Medical Scheme*.

· Employee Share Scheme.

· Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work.

· 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service).

· Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year.

· 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP).

· In partnership with trade unions.

· Personal Development & Further Education Support.

· Long Service & Recognition Awards.

· Free Employee Assistance Programme.

*After 1 year of service.

Why Nuvia?

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.