Design Engineer (Public Sector Organisation)

• Job Reference: RADE270122
• Job Title: Design Engineer (Public Sector Organisation)
• Salary: £32,328 - £33,459 + benefits
• Duration: 2 years
• Location: Enniskillen, Northern Ireland

VANRATH are recruiting a Design Engineer to work for a large Public Sector Organisation, initially on a contract basis for 2 years.

Remuneration:
£32,328 - £33,459 + benefits

Design Engineer
The Design Engineer will be a member of the engineering design team based in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh. The Design Engineer will assist with the development from feasibility to completion of the design and construction of new and refurbishment projects associated with the inland navigable waterway system.

Key Activities:

Civil and Structural design

• Assist with and undertake studies and evaluations of possible projects and drawing up associated reports
• Assist with the survey and design of projects to the appropriate legal and professional standards
• Assist with the preparation of final design, drawings and contract documents
• Supervise site works
• Work as a member of the design team to bring forward the capital works projects to programme and budget
• Assist with the management and monitoring of projects within budget, helping to ensure they meet deadlines and pre-determined quality standards.

Dealing with Environmental Issues

• Liaise with environmental bodies to ensure that environmental requirements are agreed
• Take account of environmental legislation, directives and issues in the design of projects.

Health and Safety

• Possess an awareness of the health, safety and welfare legislation relevant to construction works
• Contribute to and comply with Health and Safety policy and arrangements
• Take into account health and safety requirements and issues when designing projects.

Strategic

• Assist with the Organisations policies, strategies and standards; contribute to the creation of a shared aim for the Body and the promotion of business culture and values
• Provide information to allow financial and progress reports for projects under your control to be drawn up.

People

• Comply at all times with the regulations and standards of the Organisation
• Work effectively with other members of the engineering team
• Supervise staff where relevant
• Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships internal and external to the Organisation
• Seek assistance from other members of staff when required
• Liaise with other sections and disciplines within the Organisation
• Liaise with community and local organisations
• Liaise with relevant statutory authorities

Other

• Deal with any matter as requested by Senior Management and the Chief Executive
• Assist with queries forwarded to the Organisation
• Represent the Organisation at meeting /functions both during and outside normal working hours
• Undertake training as required

Criteria:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering which qualifies for full chartered membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers or Engineers Ireland
• A minimum of one year post qualification Engineering experience
• A valid Driving licence and access to a form of transport which will permit travel throughout Ireland
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the issues involved in the field of Civil/Structural engineering
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the issues associated with construction in a water-based environment
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the construction procurement process through design tendering and construction
• Possess knowledge and understanding of health, safety and welfare issues associated with the design, construction and life of projects in a water-based environment
• Possess the ability to plan and organise and others to deliver projects within budget and to required time scales
• Be computer literate and possess competence in the use of 'Microsoft Office' and 'Autocad' and IT based surveying equipment
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess good problem-solving skills

Desirable Criteria

• Possess a minimum of 1 year design office experience
• Possess an understanding of the environmental issues involved in the development of waterways

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Robert Apps for a confidential discussion