Civil and Structural Engineer - Rail

Due to a healthy forward workload, our client is currently looking to appoint a for a talented and motivated Engineer in their Rail structures team, based in Watford. The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work in one of the UK’s leading private Engineering Consultancies working on a varied portfolio of Rail schemes on London Underground and Network Rail infrastructure.

The role requires someone who can work independently and / or within a team and is prepared to apply themselves to a range of projects drawing on their own experiences and support from the team.

You can expect to be active on a number of projects and with a number of clients at any given time.

This role can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3/4 days spent in the office a week.

The role:

You will work with in a rail team which currently comprises a mix of Engineers and Technicians at all levels, and be responsible for the production of design packages for concept, tender and detailed phases of projects.

What you need to succeed:

• Degree in civil engineering
• Working or training towards the Chartered Engineering professional qualification with ICE or IStructE
• You will have a strong technical background with experience in the design of some or most of the following: rail structures and buildings; rail stations including platforms – upgrade and extension; retaining structures; foundations; over, under and footbridges; culverts and crossings and earth structures.
• Experience of delivering projects within tight timescales including on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to adapt your style to suit difference audiences.
• Good problem solving/contingency planning skills with the ability to find quick, innovative and practical solutions to civil engineering problems.
• Prepare calculations and documentation for engineering projects.
• Liaise with other members of the design team to achieve a co-ordinated design.
• Undertake analysis and design using a range of structural engineering software packages
• Flexible and enthusiastic approach to working within a team structure

The role offers a structured training programme and excellent career progression opportunities within a friendly and professional team that is proud of the quality of the service it delivers to its clients. We have a clear vision for innovation and pragmatic solutions. The benefits include a competitive salary, according to skills and experience, together with a flexible benefits package.

What's on offer:

The current permanent employment opportunity offers a competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package for permanent staff which includes training opportunities, reimbursement of professional fees, contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance, interest-free travel loan scheme, additional leave purchase and buy-back scheme, staff loyalty bonus.