Structures Engineer

ENGINEERINGUK; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Exeter is seeking a Structures Engineer to work on complex schemes within the South West. The role involves managing all aspects of engineering projects, delivering sustainable solutions, and supporting junior engineers. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree, project management skills, and a commitment to professional development. Competitive benefits, including a generous pension and flexible working options, are offered.

Benefits

Generous Pension scheme

Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Discount access through online portal

Qualifications

• Experience in the structures field, ideally from an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
• Knowledge of technical standards and client's requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions.
• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Produce engineering solutions and documentation.

Skills

Team player

Innovative engineering solutions

Project management

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Relevant engineering software

Job description

Title: Structures Engineer

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you'll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Structures Engineer to join our award winning and growing Consulting Structures Team in the South West. The role will primarily involve working on the South West Scheme Delivery Framework for National Highways, with opportunities to work on complex schemes across the UK.

The work spans from feasibility and optioneering all the way through to design and construction. We work across the National Highways network in the South West, which includes large and unique viaducts, culverts, under and overbridges of varying forms, ages, and complexities.

The Role

As a Structures Engineer, you will work closely with Senior Engineers on a variety of structures schemes whilst also supporting and guiding junior members of the team on technical matters and scheme delivery.

• Producing technically sound engineering solutions.
• Taking ownership and supporting the management and technical delivery of projects from start to finish.
• Preparation of designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost, and programme.
• Supporting and guiding more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks.
• Contributing to the professional development of junior staff and actively pursuing professional development of yourself.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
• Working within locally based technical team and taking responsibility for the delivery of your activities within a scheme project and team portfolio.
• Contributing to the preparation of bids and general work-winning functions.
• Driving effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
• Experience with sustainability practices in engineering.
• Good project management skills, particularly in managing multi-discipline infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What You Will Bring to Us:

• Team player who questions the status quo, driven by developing innovative engineering solutions tailored to the project's scope and environment.
• Developed experience and expertise within the structures field, probably gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
• An ability to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client's requirements.
• Takes ownership of the preparation of deliverables and can check deliverables to a reasonable standard.
• Good working knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools.
• Demonstrates commercial awareness.
• Has a good understanding of CDM and risk assessment applied to both design and construction.
• Experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied.
• Demonstrates an understanding of interface management and ensures own deliverables align with deliverables produced by other disciplines.
• Evidence in working toward Incorporated or Chartered status with the ICE or IStructE, or an equivalent professional licence.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs.

• Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.