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Job Description
Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Nuclear Team in our Warrington office we are looking to increase our technical workforce and are seeking to recruit a Graduate Civil-Structural Engineer.
About our Team
At AECOM, our Nuclear Structures team provide multi-disciplinary consultancy to the nuclear industry in both the nuclear new build and decommissioning sectors.
In the new build sector, we are providing engineering support to the Developers of the UK's fleet of new nuclear power stations. In the Decommissioning Sector, which requires considerable new build to enable decommissioning, AECOM provides support to the entire Nuclear Estate, including multidisciplinary design support at Sellafield; early stage development of the Deep Geological Repository; design and development of waste storage and disposal facilities; and multidisciplinary design support to defence projects.
Here's what you'll do:
Preparing structural element designs in a variety of materials, mainly steel and concrete
Undertaking analysis of structures
Preparation of design documentation such as basis of design, design method statements, specifications
Developing an understanding of highly regulated industries
Developing an understanding of Safety Cases and the supporting documentation
Developing an understanding of risk and the preparation of designer's risk assessments
Liaison with the project team, in particular with technicians that translate working designs into construction drawings
Qualifications
Here's what we're looking for:
BEng Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
MSc/MEng would be an advantage.
A 2:1 (or equivalent) degree classification or above
Must be able to demonstrate legal right to work in the UK and meet the requirements for Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
Preferably completed modules related to structures and/or nuclear structures
Ability to demonstrate a good technical understanding of Structural Engineering
Demonstrable interest in Structural/Nuclear Engineering and developing a career in this industry
Good Microsoft Office skills essential such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Show an aptitude towards software-based engineering and drawing e.g. Computer Aided Design (CAD) and other similar 3D software
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organize parts of projects
English language proficient, holding excellent communication skills to present information in speech, drawings and reports effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients, colleagues, stakeholders, and sub-contractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback.
Enthusiastic and hard-working, with ambition and drive
Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole and independently without losing initiative and focus
Capability to satisfy client and business expectations and be able to consider the wider financial and commercial implications of their actions
Able to demonstrate a commitment to continued education and improvement through participating in our approved training schemes.
Able to carry out occasional remote working
Preferred Qualifications:
Work experience in the nuclear energy or related field (e.g. working for either a power developer, equipment manufacturer, or consultant)
Some familiarity with CAD and ArcGIS would be beneficial.
Driving license - some travel to site may be required with equipment.
Student member of an appropriate professional institution
Working ability in a second language and/or relevant work experience outside the UK
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
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