Civil Design Engineer

Civil Design Engineer in South West | Trant Engineering Limited My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Senior Structural Engineer - Water Industry AECOM Bristol, Avon 2 weeks ago Senior Engineer Transportation Atkins South West 4 weeks ago Lead IVVQ Engineer Thales Group South West 4 days ago Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Water Sector Stantec Bristol, Avon 4 weeks ago Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Water Sector Stantec Exeter, Devon 4 weeks ago System Safety and Environmental Engineer Thales Group South West 6 days ago Civil Engineer Quest Global Engineering Limited South West Unspecified 1 month ago Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Stantec Bristol, Avon 3 weeks ago Senior Project Controls Engineer - Cost - Bristol and Cardiff Turner & townsend Cardiff, South Glamorgan 1 week ago Civil Engineer - Infrastructure and Buildings - Expression of interest Stantec South West 3 weeks ago Civil Design Engineer Trant Engineering Limited View Profile South West; Bristol; Swindon; Plymouth; Cornwall; Bath; Exeter; Bournemouth; Devon; Gloucester; Salisbury Permanent Contract; Hybrid Published: 1 day ago Apply Save Civil Design Engineer Trant Engineering Limited Apply Description Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects. Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover and due to continued success and new Framework awards, we are looking to strengthen our Engineering Team with the appointment of a Civil Design Engineer. IDS, Trant’s internal design team, are involved in all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies through to detailed design and construction support and are instrumental in providing technical support across the business as a whole. The Role This role is suited to an enthusiastic engineer who has worked for a short period within the industry, either in a site based or office role, who wants to develop their technical design knowledge. You will be supported by our experienced design team and encouraged and supported in getting professional membership of the ICE. What You’ll Be Doing 1) GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS Report to the Head of Discipline – Civils, as part of a multi-discipline d team of engineers working primarily on Trant’s UK Water Industry Frameworks. Manage multi-discipline design interfaces and integration of the Civil design elements to deliver fit-for-purpose engineering solutions. Assist with tasks on a major project or lead projects of moderate scope. 2) TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Interpret, understand & challenge project requirements from Client documents (project scope of work, drawings, specifications, correspondence, etc.). Attend Client sites as required to undertake condition surveys of existing processes, structures and assets, and promoting further opportunities to enhance Client relationships. The development of the following Civil detail design deliverables to facilitate the delivery of the project to Eurocodes and industry/Client specifications:. Survey specifications/datasheets (E.g. Topographical, Ground Penetrating Radar, Structural, Ground Investigation etc.). Design calculations (E.g. Concrete, steel, hydraulic, foundation, temporary works, etc.). Design sketches/drawings using the AutoCAD AEC software collection (E.g. Slabs, structures, buried assets, chambers, access pavements, site layouts etc.). Design schedules, buildability statements, design risk assessment, reports, etc.). A comprehensive understanding of other discipline requirements and interactions required to deliver a unified and complete design solution. Compliance with OHSA and regulations, ISO and the ability to interpret and take onboard other international safety standards. Maintain a knowledge base and keep up to date with new methods, products and developments affecting the civil and water engineering disciplines and recommend new practices or changes in application. 3) SCHEDULE, PROJECT & TASK MANAGEMENT Collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, external design partners and subcontractors to develop and deliver innovative, compliant solutions. Proactively drive a H&S focus throughout the design process and subsequent delivery phase, instigating development of design risk assessments to address risks identified during review activities. Identify and escalate all instances of design change throughout the project lifecycle. 4) MANAGEMENT, SUPERVISION & GUIDANCE Provide technical support and guidance to site teams during installation/commissioning. Develop & review project documentation for compliance with relevant Client & UK water industry standards, regulations and Company QA processes. Manage the project specific design interfaces with Clients, external consultants, subcontractors and suppliers. 5) COMMUNICATION, TEAMWORK & LEADERSHIP Enthusiastically embrace technical excellence and innovation within the team, contributing to the development of new design methodologies and tools. Present engineering solutions to complex problems in a client/stakeholder facing environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with a high level of computer literacy. Mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. 6) CORE VALUES Upholds and promotes the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability. You may be required to undertake additional duties, consistent with the responsibilities and level of this role, beyond those specified above. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have a background in Civil Engineering and will be joining our multidisciplined Innovation, Design & Solutions (IDS) department working on the design of projects covering, but not limited to the following: Water treatment Water distribution and storage Wastewater recycling Flood Defence Essential Higher Education (NVQ+). Desirable Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline (Master’s preferred). Membership of a Professional Engineering Institution. CSCS Card or SHEA Water Qualification. EUSR Water Hygiene Qualification. Work within a water based environment would be useful, but not essential. Experience on site, in a Site Engineer or similar role, would be beneficial. Experience At least 2 years of relevant engineering experience, including project design and coordination. Broad knowledge of industry standards, legislation and engineering principles. Why Join Trant? At Trant Engineering, we deliver complex, high-value engineering and construction projects across the UK. From process and water treatment to energy infrastructure upgrades, we play a key role in delivering and protecting critical national infrastructure – shaping the systems that communities and industries rely on every day. Our teams design and deliver full EPC solutions, combining technical excellence with practical, hands-on delivery. We offer end-to-end capabilities – from concept and design through to manufacturing, construction and commissioning utilising a continually evolving in-house expertise. This means you’ll work on projects that are varied, challenging and genuinely impactful. Our multi-disciplinary teams bring together specialists in civil, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation, and control & automation engineering, alongside our in-house manufacturing of control panels, MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems. With over 1,000 people and a strong, growing pipeline of work, it’s an exciting time to join Trant. We are committed to helping our people succeed through our Career Development Association, providing structured support, mentoring and clear pathways to help you reach your full potential. Whether you’re starting out or looking to take your next career step, Trant offers the chance to develop, progress and make a real difference. Our company benefits package includes. Competitive salary. Company car or car allowance (some levels). Mentored support within our ‘Career Development Association’, to work towards chartership. 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays. Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible working based on a ‘core hours’ system. 1 x Professional Membership paid annually. Hybrid working. Employee Assistance Program. Free onsite parking. Bike to Work Scheme. Discretionary annual bonus. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and be part of something bigger. Apply Trant Engineering Limited Other Manufacturing 9 Jobs Company Profile In Short Industry Engineering & Manufacture Founded 1958 Location Southampton Company size 251-1000 About Us Our mission is to be the first
choice Engineering Procurement and Construction Company for our clients in the
UK and overseas. Established in 1958, the Company
has successfully grown to an award-winning organisation now employing more than
1000 people with turnover in excess of £130 million. We are a dynamic,
multi-discipline company providing innovative, technology-led solutions to
complex engineering challenges across the globe. Through collaboration with our
strategic technology partners and enhancing our in-house design and
manufacturing capability, we have aligned the company to be at the forefront of
engineering excellence. Our clients can benefit from an
extensive range of in-house services including process, MEICA, civil design,
Offsite Manufacture & Assembly, Instrumentation Control & Automation
products and Commissioning services. This internal capability allows us to
offer innovation and efficiency to the whole life cycle of EPC projects across
all of our sectors. What We Do Our main business activities
include civil, mechanical, process engineering and MEICA engineering, including
full EPC services for private and public sector clients. Our key sectors
include Process & Water, Energy and Nuclear. Our Chartered Engineers apply
Total Engineering throughout the project lifecycle from design development
through to commissioning and handover. Major Capex Projects and Framework
Programmes are successfully delivered and commissioned on time and within
budget with a strong focus on Customer Care, H&S and Quality Control. Our business success is based
upon: Repeat and long term
collaborative relationships with our clients. The enthusiasm, expertise and
value that we bring. The focus that we provide to
promote and optimise ‘TOTEX’ whole life solutions. Early engagement to maximise the
Innovation that we can bring to the project. Technical Development & Training Professional Development The professional development of
our employees is facilitated through a number of technical development and
training programmes: Career Development Association Apprenticeship Training Programme Graduate Training Programme In-house CITB Accredited Centre Career Development Association The Career Development Association was created to provide all employees with the encouragement and support to maximise their personal potential and become a member of a professional association. The investment in our staff development has resulted in exceptional success with membership of leading UK Professional Associations such as: Institution of Civil Engineers Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Institution of Mechanical Engineers Institution of Engineering and Technology Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management Institution of Chemical Engineers Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Institution of Occupational Safety & Health We currently have twenty five Chartered Engineers working within our business and an additional 150 following training programmes towards Professional Associations. In-house Training Facility Each year our staff participate in over 35,000 hours of training and development, delivered through our in-house CITB and British Safety Council Accredited training facility. A wide range of training courses and NVQs are available across Health and Safety, Technical, Commercial and core Engineering Competencies, including Project Management courses in SMSTS, CIOB, SMETS and NEBOSH. Graduate and Apprenticeship Programmes Our Graduate Programme is designed to build a platform of industry and technical knowledge, structured experience and complementary training and development. It provides the tools and opportunity to establish a solid pathway and knowledge to attain professional registration and senior engineering positions. We combine engineering technical training with a leadership skills programme delivering exceptional engineering talent. Our apprenticeship trainee programme remains strong with over 55 apprentices working in a range of engineering & construction disciplines. We work closely with employees, offering encouragement and support for further education and professional development courses at Universities and Colleges throughout the country. 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