Design Engineer (Permanent Works)

What we offer

• Opportunity to join Wentworth, a leading civil, structural and geotechnical engineering consultancy within the Keltbray Group.
• Exposure to technically challenging projects across the built environment, working closely with Keltbray’s wider project delivery teams.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including a discretionary annual bonus.
• Clear progression towards Senior Engineer, with support to develop towards CEng MICE / MIStructE status.
• Opportunity to develop your expertise across civil, structural, geotechnical and permanent works design.

Summary

We are looking for a Design Engineer to join our growing engineering consultancy, supporting the delivery of civil, structural and geotechnical design, checking and method development assignments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with typically 4+ years’ post-graduate experience who is looking to take greater ownership of technically challenging work while continuing their development towards chartership.

Working as part of an experienced engineering team, you will develop practical, safe and cost-effective design solutions, taking projects from initial client briefs through concept and detailed design. You will have the opportunity to work across different engineering disciplines, materials and construction methods while developing greater responsibility for project and task delivery.

Responsibilities

• Undertake civil, structural and geotechnical design, checking and method development tasks.
• Develop concept and detailed design solutions appropriate to the technical complexity of each project.
• Produce practical, safe and cost-effective engineering solutions in accordance with relevant legislation, Eurocodes and industry best practice.
• Use structural and geotechnical design software alongside CAD and engineering sketches to develop technical solutions.
• Identify and manage design risks in accordance with CDM Regulations 2015.
• Plan and manage engineering tasks to achieve agreed quality, programme and budget requirements.
• Support and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians where required.
• Work collaboratively with wider engineering and project delivery stakeholders.
• Deliver projects in accordance with BIM requirements under BS EN ISO 19650.
• Continue progressing towards professional chartership and Senior Engineer level.

Requirements

• BEng (Hons) in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Typically a minimum of 4 years’ relevant post-graduate engineering experience.
• GMICE or GIStructE, with a commitment to progressing towards CEng.
• CITB Construction Skills Certification Scheme Card.
• Good understanding of fundamental structural engineering principles, including actions, load paths, physics and statics.
• Experience designing in mainstream materials including steel, concrete and timber.
• Working knowledge of construction, demolition and permanent works methods.
• Good understanding of Eurocodes, relevant legislation and industry best practice.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience using structural and/or geotechnical design software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to apply sound engineering judgement.
• An inquisitive, practical and commercially aware approach to engineering challenges.

Desirable:

• MEng or MSc in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Knowledge of complex design tools such as 3D finite element analysis.
• Experience within regulated environments such as highways or rail.
• Basic AutoCAD and Revit capability.
  

Diversity & Inclusion

We advocate for difference and champion diversity to foster an inclusive environment that allows our people to bring their true selves to their work every day and enable our people to thrive by promoting health and preventing harm. Keltbray welcomes everyone who shares our values, regardless of their age, belief, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, maternity status, marital status, pregnancy, religion, sex or sexual orientation.