Job Description

Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and practical application of structural engineering within highly regulated sectors and possess security clearance.

The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£65 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis, however if further away, applications will still be considered.

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Responsibilities and duties

As a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:

Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process

Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications

Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design

Contribution to design reviews

Preparation of technical specifications

Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Delivering functions above that of a Design Engineer

A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree

Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.

Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.

Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types.

Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position

Personal skills

The Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:

DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.

Salary and benefits of the Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role

£50 - £65 an hour

12-month contract

INDNUCAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful