Graduate Engineer.

Careers > RQ1017


Overview

Job summary

Nuttall Bowser are a specialist bridge engineering consultancy start-up, heading into our fourth year of business, based in Bristol operating throughout the UK and beyond.  We work across numerous sectors delivering bridge engineering services across all asset lifecycle stages from asset management through to detailed design for asset owners, contractors, property developers and consulting partners.   We are renowned for the quality of service we provide and differentiate our client and employee experiences through embodying our values: ‘Agile, Anticipate, Enhance, & Together’.  

We are based in the Generator Building within the Finzels Reach area of central Bristol – situated in a harbourside setting with just a 5min walk to Cabot Circus and a 10min walk to the train station. The Generator Building is grade II listed structure modernly restored to celebrate its heritage features and history, providing an appropriate fit to our business capability and culture.

We are entering an exciting growth phase and seeking a Graduate Engineer to enable further growth and success.  We hire talented people who seek a challenge, are naturally open-minded, who want to share a journey, grow technically and personally without limits. 

You will join a high performing environment which aims to inspire, nurture and reward our people.   We recognise that our people are by far our most important asset and thus our philosophy is that we hire great people and empower and support them in achieving their goals.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates shall gain experience site surveys, structural modelling, structural detailing, structural calculations and report writing for a diverse spectrum of clients and work type.    

Minimum Requirements

  • Specific interest to pursue career in bridge engineering

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering at least 2-1 classification (for Undergraduate on course to)

  • Ability to demonstrate sound understanding of structural engineering

  • Willing and able to work towards chartership with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) or Institute of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or other relevant professional body memberships

Preferred Requirements

  • Working knowledge of drawing and structural analysis software packages preferable

  • Previous undergraduate structural engineering experience preferable

  • University modules and coursework within bridge engineering preferable

  • UK driving license

Equal opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer – we believe in enhancing our employees to reach their full potential without prejudice with all business hire, training, and career progression based solely upon the needs of the individual and the business. 

Why choose us

  • Directly impact our business trajectory

  • Be an part of a shared journey

  • Be entrusted to help mould the business

  • Challenging diverse work

  • Early career opportunities and advancement

  • Tailored career planning

  • Route to partnership

What we offer

  • Generous benefits

  • Wellbeing days x 2

  • Annual leave days x 25+ (grows to 30)

  • Six-monthly remuneration reviews

  • Flexible / Hybrid working patterns

  • Monthly socials (paid by company)

How to apply

We have a single stage application process

Send us a CV and cover letter to careers@nuttallbowser.com and we shall respond within 1 week, interview within 2 weeks and communicate interview decisions within 2 weeks.

We’d love to hear from you.

We love connecting with people within the civil engineering industry whether you are a potential client or potential employee. Whether your interest is immediate, forthcoming or you would simply like to understand more about our business we are here to help and discuss what we can do for you.