Structural Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Extensive training and professional development

Hybrid working culture

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join their Bridges and Civils team. The successful candidate will develop high-quality civil and structural designs, work on significant projects, and collaborate with national and international teams. A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required, along with near Chartered status. Competitive salary, hybrid work culture, and extensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline is required.
• Near Chartered/Chartered status and membership of ICE or IStructE are preferred.
• Practical knowledge of bridge design, maintenance, and assessment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality civil and structural designs for new constructions.
• Collaborate with national and international design teams.
• Provide guidance and support for junior staff.

Skills

Bridge design

Civil Engineering

Interpersonal skills

Structural analysis software

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Near Chartered/Chartered status

Tools

LUSAS

MIDAS

Autodesk Structural Bridge Design

Job description

Overview

Let's make great design possible. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice and together we face our clients' problems head‑on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. We support flexible and remote working, allowing you to tailor your work days to suit your needs. As a Bridge Engineer within our Bridges and Civils team in the Transportation business, you will shape the future of transport across the UK and Ireland. You will work on significant projects such as the Lower Thames Crossing, Sizewell C, Heathrow, and key schemes across the M25, as well as non‑transportation civil engineering projects like Hinkley Point C and Transporter Bridge.

Your role

• Develop high‑quality civil and structural designs for new constructions, renewals, maintenance, and assessments.
• Collaborate with national and international design teams to create sustainable impacts on society and the environment.
• Apply analytical skills to derive potential solutions to engineering problems and use engineering judgment to recommend the most suitable option.
• Undertake technical work independently, producing high‑quality design documentation including sketches, drawings, 3D BIM deliverables, analysis models, calculations, reports, and specifications.
• Provide guidance and support for junior staff.
• Support bids, tenders, and winning work.
• Demonstrate sound interpersonal skills and the ability to converse with a wide range of colleagues across engineering disciplines.

About You

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Near Chartered/Chartered status and membership of ICE or IStructE.
• Experience on projects with key clients such as Transport Scotland, National Highways, Network Rail, local authorities, major contractors, and developers.
• Good understanding of relevant design standards (e.g. Eurocodes, DMRB, MCHW, Network Rail standards).
• Practical knowledge of bridge design, maintenance, and assessment.
• Experience with structural analysis software packages such as LUSAS, MIDAS and Autodesk Structural Bridge Design.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to converse with a wide range of clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.

Rewards & benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a flexible benefits package that can be tailored to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. You will have access to extensive training and professional development opportunities, and benefit from our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be contingent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer. If applying for this role, please do not reference any current or previously held security clearance in conversation or in your application or CV.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.