Assistant Engineer; Structures Investigation

Job Description

WSP's Structures Investigation Group (SIG) based in Exeter is growing because of an expanding workload. The projects undertaken cover a diverse range of highway and railway structures, usually bridges, however tunnels, towers, civic buildings and other structures are also inspected and investigated by our team when needed. WSP is looking to recruit an Assistant Engineer to join the team in Basingstoke and work on a variety of interesting and exciting projects.

You will be an integral part of the SIG project delivery team and will assist with the delivery of works to meet the client's brief. Your role will include planning, organising, execution and reporting on structural inspections and investigations. The team holds UKAS Accreditation for the condition assessment testing and sampling that it undertakes; you will assist in the development of procedures and maintenance/management of the specialist equipment we use.

There will be significant opportunities to grow your career in our organisation, including the potential to support large scale projects in the United Kingdom or overseas.

• Assisting in the delivery of detailed inspection and investigation of engineered structures in various locations across the UK, ensuring the client brief is met through your input to planning, organising, executing and reporting of site works. Delivery tasks that you would contribute to include:
  Preparation of desk studies, briefs and CAD sketches for proposals and reports,
• Preparation of method statements and risk assessments for our site activities,
• Execution of structure inspections and investigations by planning, undertaking site work and where necessary, supervision of sub-contractors and third parties,
• Production of schedules for laboratory testing of materials samples,
• Preparation/checking of CAD sketches for factual, interpretive and summary reports,
• Preparation of factual and interpretive testing reports,
• Preparation of structure management studies including prioritisation of structures for further/future works,
• Managing delivery of allocated tasks or a suitable programme of work with appropriate supervision and mentoring,
• Demonstrating compliance with Health and Safety responsibilities,
• Contributing to technical excellence and innovation within the team,
• Being a proactive and collaborative team member, work closely with colleagues and fit seamlessly into a delivery team,
• Being flexible and proactive and liaise with other teams from other engineering disciplines,
• Exercising independent engineering judgement and provide innovative solutions to engineering problems in collaboration with work colleagues
• Taking ownership of your own career development and undertake additional learning,
• Performing other duties as may from time to time be reasonably required.

• MEng or MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Graduate membership with the Institution of Civil Engineers, British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing or Institution of Structural Engineers, signed off against some attributes and working towards Incorporated or Chartered status
• Knowledge or experience of condition assessment testing and monitoring of structures would be particularly advantageous. Ideally you will have relevant experience in civil engineering
• Knowledge of relevant software and standards used in the management of bridge assets would also be advantageous. Furthermore, knowledge of relevant bridge inspection related software & standards and proficiency in the production of engineering drawings and reports is highly desirable.
• IT Literacy – Previous AutoCAD experience would be advantageous. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work under supervision on certain tasks and often independently, recognising the need to seek advice when necessary.

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.