Fawley Refinery, Hampshire
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Role Overview
We are seekinga Junior Civil / Structural Engineer to join the Engineering Services team supporting refinery and chemical plant operations at Fawley. This role is suited to an early-career engineer with a solid technical foundation and at least 3 years of relevant experience, looking to further develop within an operating oil refinery environment.
The role involves supporting plant operations, inspections, maintenance, and project delivery, working under the guidance of senior engineers in a safety-critical, highly regulated setting.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Engineering & Operations Support
* Providecivil and structural engineering supportto daily refinery operations, including plant modifications, upgrades, repairs, and new construction
* Assist withstructural inspections, condition assessments, and evaluations of plant facilities
* Support civil/structural design and construction activities to ensure compliance with company standards, industry codes, and UK regulations
* Support operational teams withrisk management activitiesin line with Operation Integrity Management System (OIMS) requirements
Engineering Management & Change Control
* Review and supportManagement of Change (MoC)documentation, engineering specifications, and design appraisals
* Assist in interpreting and applying company practices and industry standards to refinery facilities
* Support site reliability initiatives, including incident investigations, risk assessments, and risk-based work selection
Projects & Continuous Improvement
* Provide civil/structural engineering input tosustaining and capital projects, from concept through execution
* Assist with development of scopes of work, technical specifications, and contractor documentation
* Support contractor activities and review engineering deliverables under supervision
* Contribute to continuous improvement of plant reliability, safety, and engineering work practices
Qualifications & Experience
Required
* BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering(MSc preferred)
* Minimum of 3 years professional experience, preferably within heavy industry, oil & gas, petrochemical facilities, power generation, or an engineering consultancy supporting such sectors
* Solid technical and analytical skills with the ability to assess and compare engineering solutions
* Familiarity with structural analysis and design principles
* Strong written and verbal communication skills inEnglish
* Ability to work effectively in a safety-critical industrial environment
Personal Attributes
* Self-motivated with a focus on delivering quality engineering outputs
* Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
* Proactive, logical approach to problem-solving
* Clear commitment to safety, engineering integrity, and best practice
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Experience or working knowledge in the following areas is desirable:
* Structural design and analysis ofsteel and reinforced concretestructures
* Foundations and pile design
* Structural inspection, condition assessment, and rehabilitation
* Basicgeotechnical engineeringprinciples
* Civil infrastructure (roads, drainage, sewers, underground structures)
* Industrial buildings, stacks, chimneys, and rotating equipment foundations
* Familiarity with structural analysis and design software
What We Offer
* Development within an operating oil refinery environment
* Exposure to complex industrial assets and real-world engineering challenges
* Ongoing mentoring and technical support from senior engineers
* Strong safety culture with a focus on long-term asset integrity
Company Information
Altrad is an international leader in the provision of industrial services, generating high-added value solutions principally for the Oil & Gas, Energy, Power Generation, Process, Environment and Construction sectors. The Group is also a recognised leader in the manufacturing of equipment dedicated to the Construction and Building market. Altrads multidisciplinary services range from engineering and technical services to maintenance, access solutions and specialised services for industry leaders. xsngvjr Headquartered in France, the Group employs around 65,000 people and is still led by its Founder and President Mohed Altrad.