Location

Location/s: Brighton/Glasgow/Bristol/Cardiff/Croydon

Recruiter contact: Abhijeet Barpanda

About the business unit

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we\'re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

About the role

Our division provides Civil and Structural expertise across power and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for Senior/ Principal Structural Engineer with experience of engineering design to join our Civil and Structural Team in UK. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.

The selected candidate will carry out design work on power plants, HV substation/ HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects, fulfilling tasks including:

• Project Management.
• Proposal Writing.
• Scheme Costings.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED).
• Preparation of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages.
• Detailed Civil/Structural Design.
• Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Preparation of Specifications.
• Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse.

Responsibilities

• Project Management.
• Proposal Writing.
• Scheme Costings.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED).
• Preparation of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages.
• Detailed Civil/Structural Design.
• Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Preparation of Specifications.
• Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse.

Requirements

1. Technical Expertise

• Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge: understanding of structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE).
• Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software: SAP2000, ETABS, or similar software for modeling and analyzing complex structures.
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM): knowledge of BIM technologies and their application to improve project visualization, coordination, and execution.

2. Project Management Skills

• Project Leadership: ability to manage structural engineering projects independently, including timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Proposal Writing and Cost Estimation: ability to write compelling proposals and estimate project costs accurately.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED): experience leading FEED activities related to structural components.

3. Design Coordination and Collaboration

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: ability to coordinate with other disciplines to integrate structural designs.
• Conflict Resolution: effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams.

4. Attention to Detail

• Drawing Preparation: proficiency in creating detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages, with compliance to relevant standards.
• Structural Assessment: ability to assess existing structures for suitability and safety, considering reuse options.

5. Communication and Leadership

• Clear Communication: strong verbal and written communication skills for conveying technical information and collaborating with teammates.
• Leadership Mindset: ability to lead and guide junior engineers and collaborate with stakeholders.

6. Experience

• Relevant experience in structural engineering.
• Energy project experience would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License: not mandatory, but advantageous.

Working style and benefits

Agile working

We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces flexibility, wellbeing, and trust.

Equality and accessibility

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment with equal opportunities for all. If you need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing: Private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to Peppy for menopause support, wellbeing program, and flexible benefits.
• Financial wellbeing: Pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, flexible benefits, annual bonus schemes.
• Lifestyle: Holiday entitlement, saving schemes, and discounts.
• Enhanced family and carers leave: Paid maternity/adoption leave, shared parental leave, and carer leave.
• Learning and development: Professional subscription, mentoring, training, and self-development.

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