If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
Project Engineer - Design of Facilities Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .
Package: £35,720 - £56,850 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight.
We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle.
Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role AWE is currently recruiting for an Project Engineer for the Capital Engineering function As a key member of the Engineering Team, you will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects with a range of stakeholders to support our critical mission in keeping the Nation safe.
This will include supporting the Engineering Managers to provide facility designs, reviewing engineering requirements and preparing draft specifications and briefs.
Who are we looking for?
We do need you to have the following: HNC/HND qualification or a graduate with 2+ years industry experience Experience of supporting the delivery of cross-discipline design packages in a multi-discipline environment Experience of maintaining design information configuration control for the life of a project Experience of supporting Senior Engineers with the delivery of projects, using structured methodologies Experience developing and delivering design solutions Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table.
We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'.
That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience.
Even if you don't meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Partnering with Engineering Manager's in assessing the suitability of the facility design for the next phase of the lifecycle (e.g.
tender; construction; commissioning; handover) Supporting oversight of facility design as it develops via facilitating routine reviews Supporting in managing Design Intent and Design Information Configuration from inception through to project handover Providing functional support in identifying and implementing change, development and improvement Stakeholder engagement Gathering data and technical information to support projects Acting as first point of contact for technical queries Produced draft project governance documents; plans, certificates etc.
You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload.
You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.
Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you.
These include: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Important things you need to know: You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
This will be funded by AWE.
The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process.
Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.
Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis.
Typically 2/3 days onsite per week.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work.
We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.
Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.