Overview

Structures Engineer role at Amey within a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. The opportunity is based in the South West with the option to work across the UK.

We co-locate with our client at offices in Exeter and Bristol, attending the office three days a week with the remaining days working remotely. This role involves working on the South West Scheme Delivery Framework for National Highways, with opportunities to contribute to complex schemes across the UK.

The Opportunity

We have a permanent Structures Engineer position in our Consulting Structures Team in the South West. The work spans feasibility and optioneering through to design and construction, across the National Highways network in the South West, including large and unique viaducts, culverts, under and overbridges of varying forms, ages and complexities. You could be involved in strengthening schemes, maintenance refurbishments, or safety improvements.

The role suits a developing Engineer working towards Chartership or Incorporated status, with understanding of the DMRB and Eurocodes related to highway bridge design, strengthening, refurbishment and assessment. You will be part of a local team of around 25 engineers, supported by 350+ Structures Engineers across the UK.

The Role

Responsibilities

• Producing technically sound engineering solutions.
• Taking ownership and supporting the management and technical delivery of projects from start to finish.
• Preparing designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to satisfy quality, cost and programme criteria.
• Supporting and guiding junior staff on similar tasks.
• Contributing to the professional development of junior staff and pursuing your own professional development.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
• Working within a locally based technical team and delivering activities within a scheme project and portfolio.
• Contributing to bids and general work-winning functions.
• Driving effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
• Experience with sustainability practices in engineering.
• Good project management skills for multi-discipline infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What You Will Bring To Us

• Team player who questions the status quo and develops innovative engineering solutions tailored to the project scope and environment.
• Experience within the structures field, gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
• Ability to produce technically sound engineering solutions complying with relevant standards and client requirements (DMRB, Eurocodes, CIRIA, etc.).
• Ownership of deliverables and ability to check deliverables to a reasonable standard.
• Good working knowledge of relevant software and analytical tools (e.g., LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design).
• Commercial awareness and understanding of CDM and risk assessment for design and construction.
• Experience in hazard and risk management and mitigation on projects.
• Understanding of interface management and alignment of deliverables with other disciplines.
• Evidence of working toward Incorporated or Chartered status with the ICE or IStructE, or an equivalent professional licence.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent learning.

What We Can Offer You

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. We offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support for life’s ups and downs. We are recognised by Investors in People as a top employer.

• Career Development – dedicated progression framework, mentoring and support; opportunities for professional qualifications.
• Work-life Balance – hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns; office network across the UK.
• Wellbeing – health plan, GP access, wellbeing programmes and ambassadors.
• EDI – Affinity Group networks for support and connection (Women@Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, Parents & Carers).
• Social Value – Community Involvement Days and fundraising opportunities.
• Pension – Generous pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Holidays – Minimum 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Benefits – Flexible benefits scheme (buy extra leave, cycle-to-work, charity giving, gym membership) and retailer discounts.

Plus, a range of other perks and benefits.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to offering an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum requirements. For access needs or adjustments, please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Civil Engineering