Senior Engineer - Advanced Technology
- Cities & development
- Epsom
The team embodies the Advanced Technology nature of D&AT, representing specialist areas that include structural dynamics, seismic analysis, blast and impact design, and thermal and fluid mechanics. Focusing in advanced computer-based structural and dynamic analysis using Finite Element Analysis software, data analysis, coding and scripting, the team seeks to efficiently predict the behaviour of civil, structural and mechanical hardware. Whilst the team works across the core Atkins markets most recent projects have centred in the Defence and Nuclear markets, including Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C Nuclear New build, Class 1 Nuclear structures on Devonport, AWE and HMNB Clyde, and Renewables (wind energy). Based on the nature of work please refer to the Additional Information section with regards the applicability of the role.
The team is diversely located across the UK, with this role principally based in our Epsom office but with opportunities to work at our own and our client locations elsewhere in the UK and overseas. You will be able to work on a range of projects from those of strategic national importance such as Hinkley Point C, HS2 & multiple defence projects, development projects like South Teesworks Master-planning and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Who we’re looking for:
- Talented Chartered Engineers with a 2.2 or above MEng/MSc degree (or equivalent) in a Civil, Structural, Mechanical, General or related discipline.
- Good written standard of English and oral communication abilities.
- Ability to apply your technical knowledge to analyse problems and create innovative solutions.
- Experience in developing the application of computer programming and other digital solutions to engineering problems.
- Ambition, vision, enthusiasm and the drive to keep on developing your technical skills.
- Strong interpersonal and team working skills.
- A flexible approach to travel as our projects and training may take you to a variety of locations in the UK and possibly abroad.
- Affiliations with relevant bodies and institutions, e.g. SECED.
- The role would join a body of technically focused engineers who aim to provide solutions to complex problems. There is a demand for an analytically focused, practically minded Engineer, with a Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or equivalent Engineering background who is looking for a challenge.
- Successful applicants will join a forward-thinking team, working in a digitally collaborative environment, and will be given opportunities to make real contributions to major engineering projects.
Responsibilities:
- To lead and be part of technical delivery teams to deliver a range of projects to completion, within cost budget and to programme.
- Effectively manage own time which may be necessary if allocated to more than one project.
- Delivery of technically compliant design deliverables in accordance with the input requirements.
- Production of designs and calculations to demonstrate acceptable performance or identify design issues.
- Production of key technical documentation – Calculations, Design reports.
- Build internal relationships and help identify business opportunities.
- Maintain and promote high personal standards in Environment, Safety, Health, Security and Quality.
Requirements:
- Strong academic background with a relevant Honours degree, degrees or equivalent.
- Chartered Engineer Status (e.g., MICE, MIStructE or MIMechE).
- Experience in the use of computer modelling packages such as finite element analysis (e.g. Abaqus and Ansys), finite difference analysis, or finite volume fluid dynamics packages.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- A flexible attitude to both the type of work undertaken and the level of responsibility given.
Desirable
- Familiar with working to design codes, industry standards, and performance based design approaches appropriate for a safety critical industry.
- Site experience.
- Applied experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.
Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.
We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.
Security clearance:
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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