Graduate Civil or Structural Engineer

Southend on Sea

£25,000 - £28,000 (DOE)

Our client, an award winning civil and structural engineering consultancy are currently looking for a Graduate Engineer to expand their team based in Southend on Sea. 

They are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and driven graduate who has graduated with a degree in civil or structural engineering but would like to develop a career in façade engineering. As a graduate engineer you will be responsible for assisting others with design work on projects and tasks, with moderate supervision, to ensure the tasks are delivered as briefed. This includes communicating with clients, other consultants and colleagues in the delivery of projects whilst maintaining a positive client relationship. As part of this role you will have a commitment to self-development and the improvement of your technical skills and knowledge

Responsibilities

• Execute and coordinate work as directed by senior staff
• Produce design calculations
• Assist with the preparation of sketch plans, working drawings, specifications and reports
• Assist with planning site investigation works
• Assist with preparing feasibility studies and providing design advice
• Assist with the development and use of computer-based systems to improve efficiency
• Undertake site inspection and attend site meetings
• Produce designs, assessments and calculations in accordance with quality procedures
• Liaise effectively with clients, other design team members and third parties
• Understand and adhere to existing working practices, methods and procedures Adopt ‘best practice’    
• Work within the given programme and cost constraints
• Proactive in self-development 

Essential Skills

• University degree in civil or structural engineering
• Good understanding of engineering principles
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills    
• Proactive approach to work
• Commitment to continual improvement at a personal and company level
• Good understanding of construction procedures
• Able to produce hand calculations and sketches of structural elements
• Conversant in designing to British Standards/UK version of Eurocodes
• Conversant in designing structures in concrete, steelwork, timber and masonry
• Able to use computer design software packages
• Understanding of CDM regulations and the responsibilities of a designer

• Clear understanding of engineering concepts
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to produce accurate and clear sketches
• Able to work effectively within and across teams and with colleagues

Preferable Skills

• Knowledge of design software and its limitations
• Knowledge of AutoCAD

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional days for long service  

Individual performance-related rewards

The ability to buy and sell holiday days

Family friendly policies including flexible and hybrid working

Employee Referral Scheme

Professional development     

5% pension contribution     

Private healthcare     

Cycle to Work Scheme

If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact us at One to One Personnel or forward your CV