Civil Structural Engineer (various Levels) - Hinkley 'C' nuclear project

Role: Civil Engineers / Structural Engineers (various levels of experience) - Hinkley 'C' Nuclear Power Station project

Location: North-West Bristol, close to M4/M5 junction or Hinkley 'C' site near Bridgwater, Somerset (3 days/week in the office, with the remainder worked from home)

Salary: £35000 - £70000 + excellent benefits

Start: October 2024 onwards

An exciting opportunity exists for Civil and Structural Engineers specialising in the design and analysis of large concrete and/or steel structures, as well as knowledge of relevant codes and standards (in particular Eurocodes) to work in support of EDF's Hinkley 'C' nuclear power station construction project.

The position will be based 3 days/week in the office, with the remainder worked from home.

Whilst previous nuclear industry experience would be useful, this is not essential - prior experience in the design and analysis of other large structures (in particular for regulated industries (e.g. oil and gas, power station, petrochemical, chemical) would be very happily accepted.

Main Activities

• Maintaining clients QA procedures in delivering the SW design
• Working with the CAD designers in the preparation of the design drawings/models
• Managing engineering changes in line with company procedures
Resolving identified technical issues
• Receive, analyse and verify the consistency of the input data
• Produces the deliverables for which they are responsible (assumption notes, technical specifications, calculation notes)
• Coordinate CAD Design and perform design activities for fastenings and anchorages in concrete
• Develop substantiation reports and complete surveillance of applicable technical documents 

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge/understanding of the Eurocodes related to civil engineering and especially knowledge of the design of fastenings and anchorages in concrete.
• Knowledge of the design of reinforced concrete and pre-stressed concrete structures
• Design of seismically classified steel platforms and structures from concept to detailed design delivery
• Use of 3D modelling and structural analysis tools
• Knowledge / Understanding of PWRs would be an advantage
• An understanding of relevant Health and Safety regulations
• Experience in the nuclear sector and plant layout engineering would be advantageous

For the right candidate, our client can offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package, combined with the opportunity to work for a highly respected company at the forefront of the UK nuclear new build industry offering outstanding prospects for future career development and advancement.

MORSON INTERNATIONAL, part of the Morson Group, are the leading TECHNICAL & ENGINEERING RECRUITMENT COMPANY in the UK specialising in Technical Support to the following industries: Nuclear, Power Generation, Aerospace, Rail, Marine, Petrochemical & Construction