Structures Examiner

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Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed structural surveys of rail infrastructure, including bridges, embankments, tunnels, and station buildings.
• Produce thorough survey reports and provide assessments of existing rail structures in line with industry standards.
• Develop structural designs for rail infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards (knowledge of STE4, STE5, and STE6 is beneficial, but not essential).
• Collaborate with engineers to create detailed designs and drawings for projects involving track alignments, foundations, drainage systems, and more.
• Ensure all design work adheres to Network Rail standards and other relevant codes, including health, safety, environmental, and sustainability regulations.
• Work closely with senior engineers and project managers, contributing to design specifications and project progress.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders, providing updates and addressing any project issues.
• Perform risk assessments on proposed designs and incorporate necessary mitigation measures.
• Identify potential safety hazards in rail infrastructure and recommend innovative solutions.
• Provide technical advice and support to clients and internal teams, ensuring clear and accurate documentation of design solutions.
• Assist in managing project timelines, cost estimations, and resource allocation, ensuring all designs and surveys are completed on time and within budget.

Required Experience & Skills:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Chartered status or working towards it.
• At least 3+ years of experience in structural surveying and design within the rail sector, specifically in the design of railway infrastructure.
• Familiarity with STE4, STE5, and STE6 is preferred, but not essential. We are happy to support candidates willing to develop their expertise in these standards.
• Proven ability to prepare structural reports, design calculations, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural design principles, including concrete, steel, timber, and composite materials.
• In-depth understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to rail infrastructure.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.