Assistant Bridge Engineer

Wilde Consulting Engineers; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an Assistant Bridge Engineer to join their Liverpool office. The role involves supporting the delivery of Highways and Rail structures schemes, contributing to designs, inspections, and assessments. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and possess strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. The company offers competitive salary packages, ongoing professional development, and a hybrid working environment, making it a great opportunity for career growth and practical experience in innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Hybrid working arrangement

Varied and interesting work

Excellent career progression prospects

Organised social events

Qualifications

• Familiarity with design standards such as DMRB and MCHW.
• Ability to assist with structural calculations and analysis.
• Exciting and varied workload across rail and highway bridge projects.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Assist in structural inspections and design work.
• Engage with clients to deliver practical engineering solutions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Opportunity: Assistant Bridge Engineer
Location: Liverpool
Rate: Negotiable and Competitive

About us

Wilde Consulting Engineers is an established, family owned civil and structural engineering consultancy, founded in 1980. Over the years, we’ve grown to become one of the UK’s leading independent firms, delivering innovative and reliable engineering solutions.

We work with a wide range of public and private sector clients including local authorities, contractors, and government agencies. Our projects span assessments, designs, feasibility studies, and technical advisory roles on major infrastructure schemes.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Liverpool city centre office for an Assistant Bridge Engineer to complement our talented team.

Located just a two-minute walk from Moorfields Station, our contemporary Liverpool offices boast a prime central location with views of the River Mersey.

In this role, you’ll support the delivery of Highways and Rail structures schemes from concept through to completion, working alongside a team of experienced engineers. You’ll contribute to designs and assessments while developing your technical skills and professional knowledge in a structured, supportive environment. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide variety of projects, from early feasibility through to project delivery on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in the preparation of calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Assist in structural inspections, assessments, and design work (office-based or remote support)
• Work with DMRB, Eurocodes, and other design standards.
• Engage with clients and team members to help deliver practical engineering solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Familiarity with key design standards and codes, including DMRB and MCHW.
• Ability to assist with structural calculations and analysis, design drawings and specifications.
• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Exciting and varied workload across rail and highway bridge projects.
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with the variety, support and quality of a larger, national consultancy.
• Clear opportunities for progression as the company continues to grow.
• Ongoing support for training and professional development.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Competitive salary package, tailored to individual needs.
• Be part of a growing company with a clear focus on collaboration, innovation and quality.

What we offer:

• Paid overtime.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Varied and interesting work.
• Excellent career progression prospects.
• Convenient city centre location with excellent public transport links.
• Organised social events and a friendly, supportive team environment.

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Wilde Consulting Engineers are an Equal Opportunities employer.