Structural Engineer
Closing Date:
16th January 2025 Location:
RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
free onsite parking .
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Package Junior
(recent graduates):
£31,000 - £35,000
(depending on your suitability and level of experience)
Experienced
(PHD or graduates with post-grad experience):
£36,000 - £44,000
(depending on your suitability and level of experience)
Working pattern:
AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider
flexible working requests
so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Let us introduce the role AWE has exciting opportunities for
Civil & Structural Engineers
to join our
Blast Damage Assessment Team . We have opportunities for both graduate level and experienced engineers to work with a highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team to analyse the effect of blast waves on buildings and infrastructure. You will be working in the
Damage Assessment Team
within the
Systems Assessments Group (SAG) . This multi-discipline group provides operational effectiveness and weapons effects assessments to AWE and our government stakeholders. We also contribute a range of capabilities in support of the UK's national nuclear security. We undertake fundamental research to understand complex blast wave propagation and the associated structural response. We utilise a range of disciplines including engineering, mathematics, remote sensing, and computational physics to provide operational analysis capability to our customer community. What will you be doing? Participate in the research and development of tools to predict the response of structures subject to blast loading, including running and developing high fidelity structural models as well as reduced order models.
Utilise state-of-the-art supercomputers to understand complex blast effects through fluid dynamics simulations and structural analysis.
Identify possible structural designs with limited information using associated design guides.
Validate modelling approaches through investigation of existing damage data and participation in experimental trials.
Present your work at stakeholder meetings, conferences, and support external collaborations in the UK and overseas.
Who are we looking for? Ideally, you will have a proven track record of working in multi-discipline teams, making sound technical judgements, and delivering technical research. You should be proactive in your professional development and delivery focused. We do need you to have the following: A degree or equivalent level of experience working in a relevant STEM area.
Non-linear static and dynamic analysis.
Structural design (steel, concrete, or masonry) to industry standards.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Finite element modelling including explicit dynamics and high strain rate effects.
Seismic analysis of buildings.
Geotechnical engineering.
Analytical or experimental research methods.
An understanding of blast engineering and protective structures would also be beneficial. Experience of working with modern programming languages and structural analysis tools (such as
SAP2000, OpenSees, LUSAS
or similar) would be desirable.
You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and the ability to work to tight deadlines. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight
- meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme
(we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies:
Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Opportunities for
Professional Career Development
including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
Employee Assistance Programme
and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance
(4 x annual salary).
Discounts
- access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy
including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces), and caring.
The
'Working at AWE' page
on our website is where you can find full details in the
'AWE Benefits Guide.' Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills, as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply; we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role, which will be funded by AWE.
The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.
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16th January 2025 Location:
RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
free onsite parking .
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Package Junior
(recent graduates):
£31,000 - £35,000
(depending on your suitability and level of experience)
Experienced
(PHD or graduates with post-grad experience):
£36,000 - £44,000
(depending on your suitability and level of experience)
Working pattern:
AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider
flexible working requests
so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Let us introduce the role AWE has exciting opportunities for
Civil & Structural Engineers
to join our
Blast Damage Assessment Team . We have opportunities for both graduate level and experienced engineers to work with a highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team to analyse the effect of blast waves on buildings and infrastructure. You will be working in the
Damage Assessment Team
within the
Systems Assessments Group (SAG) . This multi-discipline group provides operational effectiveness and weapons effects assessments to AWE and our government stakeholders. We also contribute a range of capabilities in support of the UK's national nuclear security. We undertake fundamental research to understand complex blast wave propagation and the associated structural response. We utilise a range of disciplines including engineering, mathematics, remote sensing, and computational physics to provide operational analysis capability to our customer community. What will you be doing? Participate in the research and development of tools to predict the response of structures subject to blast loading, including running and developing high fidelity structural models as well as reduced order models.
Utilise state-of-the-art supercomputers to understand complex blast effects through fluid dynamics simulations and structural analysis.
Identify possible structural designs with limited information using associated design guides.
Validate modelling approaches through investigation of existing damage data and participation in experimental trials.
Present your work at stakeholder meetings, conferences, and support external collaborations in the UK and overseas.
Who are we looking for? Ideally, you will have a proven track record of working in multi-discipline teams, making sound technical judgements, and delivering technical research. You should be proactive in your professional development and delivery focused. We do need you to have the following: A degree or equivalent level of experience working in a relevant STEM area.
Non-linear static and dynamic analysis.
Structural design (steel, concrete, or masonry) to industry standards.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Finite element modelling including explicit dynamics and high strain rate effects.
Seismic analysis of buildings.
Geotechnical engineering.
Analytical or experimental research methods.
An understanding of blast engineering and protective structures would also be beneficial. Experience of working with modern programming languages and structural analysis tools (such as
SAP2000, OpenSees, LUSAS
or similar) would be desirable.
You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and the ability to work to tight deadlines. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight
- meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme
(we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies:
Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Opportunities for
Professional Career Development
including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
Employee Assistance Programme
and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance
(4 x annual salary).
Discounts
- access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy
including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces), and caring.
The
'Working at AWE' page
on our website is where you can find full details in the
'AWE Benefits Guide.' Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills, as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply; we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role, which will be funded by AWE.
The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.
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