Overview
GRADUATE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Westlakes Engineering Ltd are an engineering consultancy practice and Employee-Owned Trust, providing Civil, Structural, Nuclear, Geo-Environmental and Attraction Safety services from offices in Whitehaven, Manchester, and Preston.
We are currently seeking a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our team in our Manchester Northern Quarter office.
Hours:9am to 5pm (5 days a week)
Terms:Permanent
Responsibilities
* The design of buildings for a wide range of commercial, residential, leisure and industrial projects at sites all over the country
* Preparing calculations from feasibility through to detailed design and construction level both by hand and using software such as Tedds and Tekla Structural Designer
* Assisting with, or carrying out, site inspections and surveys
* Working in a team with experienced engineers and technicians
* Attending design team meetings and co-ordinating design work with other professionals including Architects, M&E Engineers as well as our own in-house civils team
* This is a full-time, permanent position based in our office in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
Qualifications & Skills
* Master’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering, at 2.1 or above on an ICE or IStructE accredited course.
* An interest in the design of the built environment
* Relevant work experience is desirable but not essential as training and support will be provided.
* A desire to progress towards Chartered Engineer Status (IStructE).
* Some knowledge of current design standards and industry practice.
* A basic proficiency in related IT, i.e. knowledge of MS Office packages and some experience of using software for ICE or engineering analysis, design or drawings.
* A desire to learn and be challenged
* Excellent Good numerical skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* The ability to communicate design information via sketches
* The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive
* A planned and organised approach to work and meeting deadlines
Benefits
* An excellent career with a competitive salary
* Exciting and varied project experience
* Support to develop your career through professional accreditation and training (IStructE)
* 24 days holiday plus additional holiday purchasing scheme
* Employer pension contributions
* Life Assurance cover
* You’ll be part of a collaborative, intelligent and friendly team
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
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