Bridge Engineer

Working at VEDA offers you the opportunity to gain knowledge & experience across the wide spectrum of engineering disciplines. The role offers excellent career progression opportunities, learning from a highly talented and experienced team of professionals within a dynamic working atmosphere.

Key duties & Responsibilities:

· To design Concrete, Steel, Masonry, and Timber structures by hand calculations and engineering software.

· Prepare conceptual designs that are practical, economic and buildable to client standards.

· Prepare detailed designs in accordance with current standards and codes including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of working drawings.

· To instruct and oversee the production of engineering drawings in accordance to the company CAD QA standards.

· Supervise the work of technicians within the department and potentially external supplier as appropriate to complete project activities.

· Project leader on small projects or deliver elements on larger projects.

· When acting as project leader monitor project progress and spend.

· Conduct visual and detail examinations of rail and civil assets and produce examination reports.

· Ensure that design work undertaken is carried out in accordance with company quality procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained.

Person Specification:

• Relevant degree qualification
• Member of either the ICE or IStructE.
• Working knowledge of relevant design & assessment standards
• Sufficient technical ability to work independently and develop own solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate and technically review reports.
• Have confidence to work under pressure with the ability to prioritise and plan effectively.