Structural Design Engineer Permanent

The Design Engineer will assist with the delivery of projects lead by the Principal Engineer & Company Director. As the Design Engineer‘s experience grows, the role will evolve to taking responsibility for successful delivery of small to medium sized projects to budget & timescale.

Specific Experience, Skills & Knowledge:
Analysis and Design of steel, concrete, masonry, timber structures to the relevant codes and standards (e.g., European, British).
Analysis and Design of foundations & geotechnical structures.
Analysis and Design using engineering software such as Statica, Axis VM FEM Modelling, Tekla Tedds.
Preparation of Basis of Design, Material Specifications, Material takes offs, Scopes of Work, Technical reports, Inter discipline design coordination and supervision.
Prepare design calculations, design to wind loads, developing design sketches and pass relevant information to designers as required on assigned projects.
Liaise with Designers in the preparation of CAD drawings, typically using, Revit, AutoCAD.
Liaise with other disciplines to accommodate their requirements and with the Design Team in the preparation of structural drawings and details.
Support development of lessons learnt database.
Ensure all work to be carried out with a positive attitude, both in design and in the office environment.

Duties:
Production of detailed design work for the Principal Engineer & Company Director.
Undertake project delivery tasks, which may include calculations, drawings, sketches, and reports.
Work with CAD/Revit Technicians for production of projects drawings.
Lead design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections.
Mentor and guide graduate /junior engineers
Work in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines and with staff internally.
Maintain client contact and ensure that project delivery meets the client’s objectives and requirements.
Ensuring that the technical content of all work carried out is correct and completed in accordance with design codes of practice.
Lead & deliver small to medium sized projects, commensurate with level of experience, within budget.

The successful candidate:

Minimum MEng (Hons) University Degree in Structural Engineering.
Minimum 3 years’ broad post qualification experience in a competitive working environment.
Focused on achieving IStructE chartered status with 5 years post qualification experience.
A client-focused approach with effective time-management skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Effective communicator and problem solver.
Ability to liaise with members of design / construction teams.