The Role:

Looking to work in a more Authentic environment?

At VolkerWessels UK people come first. Joining us means joining one of the UK’s largest multidisciplinary engineering and construction contractors, delivering a vast breadth of innovative projects, and offering endless opportunities to grow.

We are now looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join the team in Reading to support the Design Manager.

Key Accountabilities:

We require an individual to be employed in the position of Senior Design Engineer/Design Engineer – depending on experience.

You will report into the Design Manager.

Based in our Reading office with travel UK wide as necessary for meetings and/or site visits.

Skills & Experience:

As an important member of the VolkerLaser Technical team, you will be initially required, but not limited, to:

  • To assist the Design Manager in the preparation/delegation of proposal designs for the tendering and marketing of VL applications (V-Deck and FastBeam) and temporary works associated with VL activities.
  • To be a team leader to design engineers if in a Senior Design engineer role.
  • To provide support, training and monitoring of projects and design engineers if required.
  • To ensure quantities, costs and budget is tracked as part of the design process.
  • To produce final designs to the required codes and standards for designated VL projects as required by VL contracts under the direction of the Design Manager.
  • To assist with the coordination and production (including drafting) of required VL design drawings and VL construction shop drawings as per the Construction program requirements.
  • To provide technical support to the Operation managers and site personnel, as appropriate.
  • To perform site inspections and approvals for VL designed projects as per the construction requirements as nominated by the Design Manager.
  • To produce approval in principle (AIP) and all other document that will facilitate design development of projects
  • To complete Quality Assurance documentation for designated design activities as per the VL procedures.
  • Ancillary duties include:
  • General design and drafting office support to Design Engineers and Draftspersons as directed by the Design Manager.
  • Develop competency as a Professional Engineer.
  • Provide support to marketing activities.
  • Promote the company’s services & products

The position is an important one for the on-going success of our UK operations. It offers a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.

Other:

* A competitive salary plus excellent benefits package including healthcare, pension etc.
* Family friendly policies in place and some scope for flexible working by negotiation.

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of equality, diversity and inclusion. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.