Graduate Structural Engineer

Graduate Structural Engineer

Are you a Graduate Structural Engineer, qualifying this year or last year, who is looking for a progressive and exciting career opportunity

Are you ambitious to progress in the industry

Do you excel in the act of producing great designs and relish the completion of the detail, and supporting documents in the process

Do you want to join an established business and be an important cog in their growth plan

Our client is an Essex-based, Building Design Consultants, who work mostly in the commercial market with developers and contractors.

They are seeking an office-based, enthusiastic and proficient Graduate Structural Engineer to support the Architects in the business. Someone who is a highly detailed individual and IT proficient.

This is an important role, and you will be part of a growing team who are focused on getting the business to the next level.

This role is suitable for people who already have a Work Permit, or do NOT require one. No sponsorship is available for this role.

Salary and Hours:

• £28,000 to £35,000 subject to grades and specific work experience
• An office-based role, located on the 1st floor
• Full Time – 37.5 hours

Benefits Our Client Offers:

• Annual profit-related Bonus Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helping Service
• Group Personal Pension
• Healthcare insurance
• Career growth opportunities
• Training provided
• Team events
• Sick Pay Cover

Position Purpose 

Working within a team of Engineers and Technicians, and under the supervision of the Project Manager / Owner. As a Graduate Engineer you are expected to deliver assigned tasks and provide technical support, working towards the overall successful delivery of technically challenging designs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop technical and management skills through ongoing study of design standards, codes, and guidance.
• Demonstrate understanding of technical concepts.
• Gain proficiency in BDC systems and procedures.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Welfare regulations and promote team awareness.
• Undertake continual professional development through practical experience and self-study.
• Work towards Chartered Membership (ICE / IStructE).
• Assist in resolving technical issues.
• Communicate regularly with project teams, providing progress updates.
• Prepare and assist in compiling project documentation.
• Review and check own work.
• Coordinate with external parties (Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, utilities).
• Attend meetings, carry out site visits / investigations, and assist with inspection reports.
• Understand project programmes and resource planning.
• Manage delivery of assigned outputs to time and quality standards.
• Prepare and present information internally.
• Manage small tasks and projects.
• Carry out complex structural calculations and design work.
• Develop and interpret analytical models using relevant software.
• Prepare clear and structured calculation reports.
• Mark up and review reinforcement drawings.
• Review structural drawings to ensure alignment with design assumptions.
• Check third-party information for consistency with design and mark-ups.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties.

Results Expected:

• Completion of quarterly training reports and maintenance of CPD records demonstrating progress towards Chartership.
• Ongoing achievement of performance goals, with developing analytical skills and knowledge of codes, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Progression towards Engineer / Senior Engineer level over a 3 – 4-year period.

Standards To Be Met:

• Demonstrate commitment to personal development by supporting on-the-job training with wider CPD study and background reading.
• Adhere to BDC’s core values of People, Performance, Partnership, and Pride.
• Maintain punctuality.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of structural mechanics. 
• Working knowledge of Eurocodes. 
• Proficient in sketching and drawing. 
• Competence in Microsoft Office suite. 
• Effective report writing skills. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including phone and face-to-face interaction.

If you want to join an established, privately owned business and be a catalyst for their future growth, then this is the job for you.

Their selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members who they know will be successful and have a great career with themselves.

They look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity.

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