Wood is currently recruiting for a Lead Civil Structural Engineer to work with a variety of exciting clients on a staff basis in our Reading offices.
The position will support a variety of global projects across all our sectors in the UK.
The ideal candidate will be technically strong and have experience within the Oil and Gas, Petrochemical, Refining, LNG, or Power Generation industry. Previous experience in a similar position would be highly beneficial. Experience with FEED is essential.
Responsibilities
* Analysis and Engineering/Design of steel and concrete structures to various International & Company codes and standards (e.g., European, American, British, Shell, Aramco).
* Analysis and Engineering/Design of structure and equipment foundations to static and dynamic loading.
* Analysis and Engineering/Design using engineering software such as STAAD.Pro, Foundation 3D, Matt 3D.
* Preparation of Basis of Engineering/Design, Material Specifications, Material take-offs, Scopes of Work, Technical reports, Inter-discipline engineering/design coordination and supervision.
* Competent in preparing engineering/design calculations for steel and concrete structure, seismic design, and design to extreme wind loads, developing design sketches and passing relevant information to designers as required on assigned projects.
* Liaise with Engineers/Designers in the preparation of CAD drawings, typically using Microstation, Smartplant 3D, AutoCAD, PDMS, PDS.
* Liaise with other disciplines to accommodate their requirements and with Engineers/Designers in the preparation of structural and foundation drawings and details.
* Provide technical support to other members of the team.
* Support the development of a lessons learnt database.
* Ensure all work is carried out with a positive attitude toward safety, both in design and in the office environment.
Minimum Requirements
* Engineering Degree in a relevant subject.
* Chartered Engineer status preferable.
* Competent in using Civil design programmes such as STAAD.Pro, Foundation 3D, Matt 3D.
* Experience and good understanding of UK national and international codes and standards.
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