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Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join our growing team of advanced structural analysts in the Bridges Team in Basingstoke. You will be pivotal in driving the quality and timeliness of the service we provide and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will use those attributes to mentor and support more junior team members.
A typical week would include:
- Bridge design, for national and international projects
- Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments
- Using FEA and other structural analysis software
- Using parametric modelling and analysis techniques
- Developing and using automation tools for structural analysis and other aspects of project delivery
- General civil and structural engineering and analysis support to other teams
- Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments
The Bridges team is busy with large national and international projects for highway and rail bridge engineering work for a variety of clients, including local authorities, Contractors, private developers, and public-sector clients.
Current work includes bridge/tunnel design and assessment using FEA and scripting to perform linear and nonlinear analyses.
The position is predominantly office based but some travel may be required occasionally for site visits, inspections, or to attend meetings.
It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer or working towards chartership. You will have a good degree (Batchelors or Masters) or PhD in Bridge or Civil Engineering or a related subject. It is expected that your skills and experience will include the following:
- Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained working on both construction sites and the design office
- Experience of finite element analysis and structural analysis software packages such as LUSAS, MIDAS Civil, Robot Structural Analysis Pro, SuperSTRESS and AutoDesk Structural Bridge Design
- Scripting and automation using Python or VBScript
- Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects
- Understanding and experience of use of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design
- Experience of design in or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridges
- Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB)
- Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects together track record of innovation in design and management of structures. Ideally this should include build, maintenance, assessment and strengthening of bridges and civil structures infrastructure
- A problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
- Office 365, Digital tools and ways of working
- Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills are essential, plus a willingness to new challenges and to actively participate in the development of the bridges team
Other relevant skills or experience that would be advantageous include:
- Awareness of, or experience with, BIM and BrIM systems, processes, and software
- Experience of coding using other programming languages such as JavaScript, C#.Net, VB.Net, C++, Octave or MathCAD
- Experience of other FEA and structural analysis software such as SOFiSTiK, ETABS, CSiBridge, Abaqus or MSC Nastran
- Experience of using Grasshopper or Dynamo and AutoCAD, Rhino or Revit
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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.
To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Work-life balance?
WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
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We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.
Health & Wellbeing?
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time?
For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
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We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.
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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
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