Vulcain Engineering Group

Graduate Engineer role focused on civil and structural engineering for rail, bridges and wider infrastructure, supporting design, inspections, surveys and project delivery while gaining experience in project management, commercial activities and working towards Chartered Engineer status.Crouch Waterfall is continuing to grow and, as part of our expanding Rail/Bridges team, we’re looking for a Graduate Engineer to join our Cardiff office. This role is ideal for someone at an early stage in their career who is keen to build a future in civil & structural engineering, with strong technical support, real project exposure, and clear development opportunities.The Cardiff office has worked on a range of exciting projects, including:Network Rail – including the Western Fabrics Programme at stations such as Exeter St Davids, Stroud, Maidenhead and Penzance, and the Wales Fabrics Programme at Abergavenny, Chester and Llandudno.Transport for Wales – station, building, canopy and structural refurbishment schemes across the Wales rail network.Ponts Mill Viaduct Refurbishment – permanent and temporary works design for strengthening a 150-year-old, 80m-long viaductPrincipality Stadium, Cardiff – SCALE Attraction – permanent structural design delivered within a live, high-profile environment.Par Station Access for All – multidisciplinary rail project involving architecture, MEP, telecoms, geotechnics, fire and signalling.Some of the main responsibilities of the Graduate Engineer will include:Working within a multi-disciplinary design team on a varied portfolio of UK projects including rail and road bridges, footbridges, stations, level crossings, buildings, and wider infrastructure.Supporting the design of new bridges and the assessment, repair, and strengthening of existing structures.Assisting with project delivery from feasibility through to construction support, helping meet programme and budget requirements.Attending site surveys and client meetings, developing confidence in a client-facing role.Building project management skills, including exposure to bidding, tendering, and delivery processes.Gaining insight into the commercial and financial aspects of project delivery.Supporting technical activities such as structural inspections, surveys, feasibility studies, and programme preparation.Reviewing designs and calculations produced by others under supervision.You’ll be supported by experienced senior engineers within a fast-growing Civil & Structural team, with clear pathways for development, including support towards Chartered Engineer status and opportunities to broaden your skills beyond pure design.Profile wantedPreferred Profile:A BEng (or higher) in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, or another relevant discipline.A graduate member of ICE or IStructE, or willing to work towards professional membership.A strong grounding in structural design principles.Open to graduates and early-career engineers, with 1-2 years relevant practical experience gained through work, placements or projects being desirable.Exposure or understanding of bridge engineering or structural design would be an advantage.Any exposure to UK rail projects would be desirable but is not essential.Fluent in English with the permanent right to work in the UK.Based within a reasonable commuting distance of Basingstoke, or willing to relocate (this role does not include travel or relocation expenses).

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Graduate and early-career opportunities in Civil & Structural Engineering with two pathways: a Technical Engineering route focused on calculations, analysis, design and infrastructure projects, and a Project Delivery route focused on project planning, coordination, budgeting, commercial reporting and stakeholder management.Job descriptionThis role is offered by Crouch Waterfall, a subsidiary of Vulcain Engineering Group.As part of the Vulcain family, Crouch Waterfall brings decades of specialist experience in Civil, Structural and Geotechnical Engineering to a wide range of UK infrastructure projects. Crouch Waterfall specialise in Bridges, Rail, Infrastructure, Buildings and Geotechnical Services, delivering projects from concept through to completion. Established since 1981, the business has enjoyed continued growth driven by a committed and highly skilled workforce of over 120 employees.Develop Your Career in Technical Engineering or Project DeliveryDue to continued growth and an increasing workload across our Cardiff office, we are looking to recruit graduates and early-career professionals to join our Civil & Structural Engineering team in Cardiff.We are recruiting for two graduate-level career pathways, both suited to candidates with an engineering degree and a passion for infrastructure projects.The Cardiff office has worked on a range of exciting projects, including:Network Rail – including the Western Fabrics Programme at stations such as Exeter St Davids, Stroud, Maidenhead and Penzance, and the Wales Fabrics Programme at Abergavenny, Chester and Llandudno.Transport for Wales – station, building, canopy and structural refurbishment schemes across the Wales rail network.Ponts Mill Viaduct Refurbishment – permanent and temporary works design for strengthening a 150-year-old, 80m-long viaductPrincipality Stadium, Cardiff – SCALE Attraction – permanent structural design delivered within a live, high-profile environment.Par Station Access for All – multidisciplinary rail project involving architecture, MEP, telecoms, geotechnics, fire and signalling.Graduate Civil & Structural Engineer (Technical Pathway)This pathway is aimed at graduates who enjoy calculations, engineering analysis, design and technical problem-solving. Working alongside experienced Chartered Engineers, you will develop your technical knowledge through real project delivery across bridges, structures, rail and infrastructure projects.This route is ideal for candidates who want to become highly capable engineers and ultimately work towards professional Chartership. You will be assisting with engineering calculations, technical analysis, reports and design documentation, as well as supporting inspections, surveys, feasibility studies and engineering assessments.Graduate Project Engineer (Project Delivery Pathway)This pathway is designed for graduates with a strong engineering background who are interested in the planning, coordination and commercial delivery of engineering projects. You will support project teams with programme management, budgeting, commercial reporting, project planning and stakeholder coordination, while developing a solid understanding of the engineering principles behind the work being delivered. You will be contributing to project planning, scheduling and delivery activities, and assisting with commercial reporting, budgeting and resource planning activities.Both pathways provide excellent development opportunities, structured mentoring and exposure to major infrastructure projects.As either a Graduate Civil & Structural Engineer or Graduate Project Engineer, you will gain exposure to:Supporting the delivery of civil and structural engineering projects across infrastructure, rail, bridges and buildings sectors.Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.Developing professional knowledge through mentoring and structured career development, including working towards Chartered status.Depending on your chosen pathway, your role may evolve towards either technical engineering specialism or project delivery and commercial management.We appreciate that career aspirations can evolve, and so will continue to work with you to focus on your desired career goals.Profile wantedWhat you’ll bring:Graduate or early-career professional with a degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline, and a genuine interest in either technical engineering or project delivery.Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work effectively within collaborative and multidisciplinary teams.Ambition to develop professionally and progress your career within engineering consultancy.Placement, internship, industrial year or project experience would be beneficial but is not essential.An interest in either technical analysis, design and engineering calculations, or project planning, coordination and commercial delivery activities.A desire to pursue either a technical engineering route or project delivery route within a growing consultancy environment.Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK and either reside locally to Cardiff or be willing to relocate.

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