Job summary

Our client is an SME, who have become a presence in the Rail sector, delivering high quality Civil, Geotechnical & Bridge designs to clients. They are currently looking for a Senior/ Principal Engineer. If you are interested, contact me.

Key skills required for this role

rail, bridges, design

Important

Rail, Bridges, Design

Job description

Ideal Candidate Profile:

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  Educational Background:
  • An engineering degree.
  • Chartered Engineer status or in the process of obtaining it (ICE/IstructE), with a review anticipated within 12 months.
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  Experience:
  • At least 6 years of relevant experience in a design environment.
  • Proven experience in the role of CRE (Contracting Responsible Engineer) for bridge refurbishment and renewals, across various structural types and materials.
  • Experience with a range of structures including bridges, tunnels, stations, buildings, geotechnical structures, and knowledge of materials such as concrete, steel, timber, and masonry.
  • Project management experience, including scoping, coordinating design activities, and handling contractual and financial aspects.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage teams of 2-4 people.
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent and multi-discipline projects.
  • Experience in client representation and working with various project stakeholders.
  • A drive for career advancement within a growing, employee-owned company.
  • Innovative thinking with a focus on developing both technical and business skills.
  • Experience in a client-facing, work-winning role.
  • A clean driving license.
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  Skills:
  • Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop both conceptual and detailed designs according to project requirements.
• Review and check design calculations and drawings prepared by other engineers.
• Conduct structural calculations and analysis using relevant software.
• Provide technical leadership and input for design, assessment, and other technical aspects.
• Assist in preparing fee proposals.
• Manage and build relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Represent the design team in meetings.
• Conduct site visits, structural inspections, and investigations.
• Offer technical support to less experienced staff.
• Oversee project management for small and medium-sized projects.