Assistant Engineer

Job Description

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Assistant Structural/Bridge Engineer on the largest civil engineering and associated infrastructure projects across Scotland with cumulative values in excess of £1bn.

Recent / ongoing projects include

• £1.2bn Scotland North East and South West Trunk Road management
• £20M Lagan Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge
• £120m Clyde Waterfront & Renfrew Riverside
• £80m Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland

The role

As a Structural Engineer, you will play an important part in every stage of a project from inception to completion.

Key responsibilities of the role are

• Producing technically sound engineering solutions.
• Taking ownership and supporting the management and technical delivery of projects from start to finish.
• Preparation of designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost, and programme.
• Supporting and guiding more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks.
• Contributing to the professional development of junior staff and actively pursuing professional development of yourself.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
• Working within locally based technical team and taking responsibility for the delivery of your activities within a scheme project and team portfolio.
• Contributing to the preparation of bids and general work winning functions.
• Driving effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
• Experience with sustainability practices in engineering.
• Good project management skills, particularly in managing multi discipline infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What you will bring to us

• Team player who questions the status quo, driven by developing innovative engineering solutions tailored to the project’s scope and environment. Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt processes to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Developed experience and expertise within the structures field, probably gained in an Graduate Engineer role or equivalent.
• An ability to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client’s requirements (DMRB, Eurocodes, best practice guidance such as CIRIA, etc.).
• Takes ownership of the preparation of deliverables and can check deliverables to a reasonable standard.
• Good working knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools (e.g., LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design).
• Demonstrates commercial awareness.
• Has a good understanding of CDM and risk assessment applied to both design and construction.
• Experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied.
• Demonstrates an understanding of interface management and ensures own deliverables align with deliverables produced by other disciplines.
• Evidence in working toward Incorporated or Chartered status with the ICE or IStructE, or an equivalent professional licence gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning.

What we can offer you

We recognise that our biggest asset is our people and offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs.

Work-life Balance

Work life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part time and flexible work patterns, and a network of offices across the UK.

Health and Wellbeing

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.

EDI

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks: NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value

You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

Benefits

• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Choices – Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle to work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey – Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You’ll be stretched, but always supported and recognised for your hard work and well being.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.