Senior Designer

We are looking for a Senior Designer to join our team in Aberdeen on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the preparation of all design calculations, drawings and records relating to a design scaffold

• Make sure that all drawings/sketches and calculations produced are checked by other in-house engineers to ensure they are capable of meeting their intended requirement and all calculations are within allowed limits and to industry codes and regulations.
• Attend site visits/stakeholder meetings when necessary to provide engineering assistance to internal company supervisors and/or clients (potential overnight stays may be necessary).
• Produce competent design drawings, calculations and design risk assessments to service the requirements of the client as explained in the design brief.
• Undertake technical review of method statements for complex or unusual methods and review defects or compensation events before advising on solutions
• In the absence of the UK Design Manager, check and approve drawings for issue to operations
• Ensure details of communications, sketches, drawings, approval, design changes, photographs are kept within the job specific file in line with all design department procedures.
• Promote the Company including all other services to customers and 3rd parties where possible
• Be responsible for giving accurate advice to operations team within remit on design solutions and ensure client queries are professionally and accurately responded to
• Propose and/or develop value engineered alternative solutions (during design or construction phases) to maximise efficiency.
• Ensure design outputs meet CDM/health and safety/environmental compliance and assist with promoting best practice in scaffold design across the business.

• Experience of working in heavy industry or construction industries (working in the nuclear sector within Design Engineering would be an advantage)
• Ability to use AutoCAD 2D (min) and knowledge of 3D analysis software (Scia, Staad etc.)
• Demonstrable experience of leading successful design implementation on project
• Degree qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in temporary works design or structural design
• Good working knowledge in using Eurocodes for structural design.
• Working knowledge of BS EN 12811-1 (TG20:13) & BS5975
• Ability to use initiative when offering solutions in design.

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.

Health, Happiness and Family

Work life balance

• Pension based on minimum of 5% from employee, 7.5% from KAEFER
• Company Discount Scheme (Pluxee)
• 33 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) based on full time contract
• Support to build your professional development plan to grow and evolve with us
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave per year
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Life cover (x3 annual salary)
• Company funded eye tests (VDU and safety glasses)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line with access to external counsellor
• Long term service reward
• Company paid sick leave following probationary period
• Competitive salary reviewed annually
• Discretionary, non-contractual, company bonus scheme (annual)
• BUPA healthcare assessment, after 2 years service and every 3 years thereafter
• Payment towards annual professional fees and CPD relevant to roles