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.