Engineer - Structural

Structural Engineer

Salary/package: Up to £55k and comprehensive company benefits

Location: Hybrid working with visit to Winchester 2 times per week

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide a professional structural engineering service to support the delivery of broadcast and telecommunication infrastructure projects including providing structural designs and specifications.

   

• The assessment (analysis) of telecommunication structures (masts, towers and other antenna support structures) for new equipment installations.

   

• Auditing of structural designs and handover documents produced by third party organisations.

• Planning, specifying and instructing structural works necessary to ensure the safety and integrity of Arqiva’s structural portfolio in order to meet serviceability requirements.

   

• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of structural data in the asset management system.

• Identifies and implements improvements to data, systems and processes as required.

• Supports the team in achieving the aim of being specialists in the field of mast and tower engineering contributing to a central core of technical expertise.

• Helps to identify and evaluate structural risks and promotes an effective Safety, Health and Environment culture to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.

• To develop new skills and experience in the area of structural health monitoring and dynamics.

• Maintains a secure working environment in line with the requirements of the Arqiva Security Policy in order to protect individuals, information and Arqiva assets.

• Promotes a positive culture of being open and honest, working together as a team, supporting colleagues and collaborating to achieve Arqiva’s goals.

Qualifications:

Must haves:

• A degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline approved by the Engineering Council Institutions as an approved qualification for MICE or MIStructE.

   

• Actively working towards Incorporated or Chartered status.

Might haves:

•  A Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Experience/Expertise:

Must haves:

• Experience in structural analysis and the design of steel structures.

• A working knowledge of the following codes: BSEN 1991: Actions on structures, BSEN 1993: Design of steel structures.

• Experience of working in a project environment, supporting project managers and producing project documents e.g. designers risk assessments.

• A highly engaged individual with experience in working in a team environment, contributing to achieve team goals.

Might haves:

• Experience in the analysis and design of steel lattice masts and towers.

• Experience in concrete design and other structural materials.

• A working knowledge of the following codes: BS EN 1993-3-1 Design of steel structures – towers, masts and chimneys and BS8100 – lattice towers and masts.

Technical / Professional Skillset(s):

Must haves:

• Use of structural analysis tools and a good understanding of structural behavior.

   

• Ability to produce well written, concise and accurate scopes of work, specifications and reports for projects, senior management and customers.

   

• Computer literate with a good working knowledge of MS Office applications e.g. Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc. and reporting tools e.g. Qliksense.

   

• Ability to make technical and rational judgements based upon technical data.

Might haves:

• An ability and willingness to climb tall structures. Training will be provided.

Why Arqiva: 

We enable a switched-on world to flow. As the UK’s leader in TV and radio broadcast and the country’s top smart utilities platform, we are shaping the future of connectivity. 

Our infrastructure delivers media and data exactly where they’re needed - whether that’s bringing TV and radio to your home or sending smart meter data to your utility provider. Our technology works quietly behind the scenes, connecting millions every day. 

But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it. At Arqiva, you’ll find real connection: supportive teams, active colleague networks and plenty of ways to get involved and feel part of our community. We’ll give you the space and support to grow - whether that’s developing your skills, trying something new or taking on fresh challenges. And because there is more to life than work, our rewards and benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, your lifestyle and what matters most to you. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion  

At Arqiva, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we work hard to remove barriers so every colleague can thrive. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected]. 

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you!