Assistant Materials Engineer in Bath, Somerset

Help shape the UK's energy future as an Assistant Materials Engineer with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Marine and Tunnels Section.

What will you do?

• Provide support to the materials engineering and laboratory teams for the marine and tunnels package.
• Assist in coordinating trials and production of technical deliverables for various works packages.
• Support ongoing testing and quality management activities during the main works package.
• Provide technical support to the project team, including specialist materials engineering input.
• Support project delivery teams with expert technical support in materials engineering design, assurance, and management.
• Provide materials testing services during project delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant materials engineering consultants and suppliers.
• Support the materials team in materials risk management, identifying best practices and areas for improvement.
• Maintain personal expertise and knowledge to ensure the materials team is at the forefront of the industry.
• Assist in audits of construction and materials, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Resolve material technical issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure procedures and quality systems are applied.
• Be aware of designers' obligations of CDM.
• Mentor team members to deliver high performance and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Assist in challenging specifications/proposals and developing alternative value-engineered proposals.
• Provide procurement strategies for the re-use, purchase, and disposal of materials.

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• Professional experience in Civil/Structural/Materials Engineering.
• Knowledge of framework procurement principles.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• Ability to collect, manage, and present data clearly.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of construction materials (Concrete, Grout).
• Professionally qualified (or working towards) (FGS, MICE).
• Desire for continuous improvement and development.
• Quick learner.
• Well organised.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Relevant experience in Civil/Structural/materials engineering.
• CSCS Card holder.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Degree educated.
• Experience working within a laboratory environment or civil engineering project.

What we will offer you?

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues, and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry-leading packages including market-leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme, and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.