Civil Structural Finite Element Analyst - Bristol

Your Purpose:

Are you an innovative finite element specialist with experience in the modelling and assessment of civil or structural engineering structures? Do you excel in developing complex technical solutions to deliver designs for ground-breaking projects?

If you're a dynamic thinker who wants to contribute to the advanced numerical (finite element) analysis of steel and reinforced concrete (RC) structures, seismic, blast, and impact design, or if you're skilled in first principles engineering and problem solving, then you’ve come to the right place!

The Nuclear and Power civil and structural team is seeking candidates with advanced structural analysis skills, with experience in the post processing of data to carry out design and assessments. This role requires technical expertise for solving problems and will provide you with the opportunity to utilise and develop your skills supported by a diverse and vastly experienced team in our Bristol and Epsom offices.

If you're looking to invigorate your career and enrich your portfolio with new projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, Rolls Royce Small Modular Reactor and others, particularly in the nuclear field, we invite you to join us.

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What We Need?

The ideal candidate will be someone who meets the following criteria (desirable but not essential):

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical/ Engineering (or equivalent).
• Ability to spearhead interactions with technical and non-technical stakeholders as well as build professional relationships through your interpersonal skills with internal and external clients.
• Experience carrying out advanced analysis on RC and steel structures.
• Experience carrying out advanced examination for several load cases, including seismic, impact, blast and other.
• Background in nuclear and/or other safety related industries (other fields will be considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Proficient in the use of industry standard finite element analysis software (ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS-DYNA or LUSAS).
• Experience with scripting and automation, preferably using Python.
• Technical rigour and focus on excellence.
• Problem solving mindset.
• Experience in checking, interpreting and questioning the outputs from analysis using first principles.
• Experience in using UK, European and American nuclear industry codes and standards, with the ability to go beyond codified solutions where appropriate.
• A passion for mentoring and developing engineers.
• Chartership status or actively working towards it.

Your Contribution:

You will be responsible for spearheading civil and structural work packages with specific requirements for advanced structural analysis to underpin the design and assessment of RC and steel structures. You will liaise with clients to provide reports and technical updates while building strong relationships for longer term business development. Your work will be integral in helping to develop practical and cost-effective solutions to external and internal clients and contribute to the development of staff and internal capabilities.

You may also be involved in project management duties such as monitoring budgets and programmes for technical work.

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Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our nuclear and clean energy teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

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Meeting your needs:

When you start with us, you'll enjoy “Total Reward,” a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

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Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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