NUVIA UK - Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Milton Park, Oxfordshire
Type: Hybrid // Permanent

Description of the Assignment

Senior Structural Engineers make up the body of the engineering department and are responsible for carrying out the day‑to‑day developments of the design through the design process. The Senior Structural Engineer is fundamentally a hands‑on analysis and design‑based role within the Civil & Structural department that generally includes interfacing with other engineering disciplines in the project design team. The Senior Structural Engineer also has a shared managerial responsibility in respect of Graduates, Apprentices and/or Designers in the team as and when required to do so.

To be considered for the Senior Structural Engineer position the applicant must be delivering functions above that of a Design Engineer.

Reporting to

Principal Engineer.

Key Accountabilities

• Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process
• Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications
• Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
• Contribution to design reviews
• Preparation of technical specifications
• Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

Essential

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
• Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel
• Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types
• Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• A strong team player

Desirable

• Nuclear experience or experience from within a highly regulated industry
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays occasionally
• Experience of supervision

Occupational Skills And Knowledge

• A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree

Benefits Include

• 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
• Private Medical Scheme
• Employee Share Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay (+21w SMP)
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)
• Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
• In partnership with trade unions
• Personal Development & Further Education Support
• Long Service & Recognition Awards
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible hybrid & agile working
• After 1 year of service

About Nuvia

Nuvia – a subsidiary of VINCI construction – is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. Nuvia is a performance‑driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.