Structural Analyst - Civil and Bridge Engineering

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Basingstoke is seeking an experienced Engineer/Senior Engineer for their Bridges Team. You will design and assess bridges for international projects, utilize finite element analysis software, and manage project delivery. Ideal candidates will have chartered status or be working towards it. The firm offers a hybrid working policy and invests in employee development and wellbeing, providing tools for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Health and wellbeing support

Training and mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership.
• Practical knowledge of bridge design and assessment.
• Experience with structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design bridges for international projects.
• Prepare documents, reports, and health and safety assessments.
• Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary.

Skills

Bridge design

Finite element analysis

Project management

Problem-solving

Client handling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bridge or Civil Engineering

Tools

LUSAS

MIDAS Civil

Robot Structural Analysis Pro

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineer/Senior Engineer to join our growing team of advanced structural analysts in the Bridges Team in Basingstoke. You will be pivotal in driving the quality and timeliness of the service we provide and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget.

• Designing bridges for international projects.
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments.
• Using FEA and other structural analysis software.
• Using parametric modelling and analysis techniques.
• Developing and using automation tools for structural analysis and other aspects of project delivery.
• General civil and structural engineering and analysis support to other teams.
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments.
• The Bridges team is busy with large and international projects for highway and rail bridge engineering work for a variety of clients, including local authorities, contractors, private developers, and public-sector clients.
• Current work includes bridge/tunnel design and assessment using FEA and scripting to perform linear and nonlinear analyses.
• The position is predominantly office based but some travel may be required occasionally for site visits, inspections, or to attend meetings.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer or working towards chartership. You will have a good degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) or PhD in Bridge or Civil Engineering or a related subject. It is expected that your skills and experience will include the following:
• Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained working on both construction sites and the design office.
• Experience of finite element analysis and structural analysis software packages such as LUSAS, MIDAS Civil, Robot Structural Analysis Pro, SuperSTRESS and AutoDesk Structural Bridge Design.
• Scripting and automation using Python, VBScript or JavaScript.
• Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects.
• Understanding and experience of use of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design.
• Experience of design in or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridges.
• Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
• Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures.
• A problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• BiM and BRiM systems, processes and software.
• Office 365, digital tools and ways of working.
• Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills are essential, plus a willingness to take on new challenges and to actively participate in the development of the bridges team.
• Other relevant skills or experience that would be advantageous include:
• Experience of coding using other programming languages such as C++, C#.Net, VB.Net, Octave or MathCAD.
• Experience of other FEA and structural analysis software such as Sofistik, Ansys, Abaqus, CSI Bridge, ETABS or similar.
• Experience of using Grasshopper or Dynamo and AutoCAD, Rhino or Revit.

Imagine a better future

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation and integrity. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

Work-life balance

Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusivity at WSP. We have employee resource groups to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We support our people with tools to improve health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service provides access to NHS or Irish Medical Council GPs. We also offer reasonable workplace adjustments, a Gymflex scheme with up to 40% off annual gym memberships, and a menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, we offer the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible options to adjust earlier or later. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or belief. As a confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.