Assistant Materials Engineer

Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future

Assistant Materials Engineer Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of 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?

The purpose of the role is: To provide support to the materials engineering and laboratory teams for the marine and tunnels package. There are a significant number for trials and associated technical deliverables to be produced for various works packages, this role will assist in coordinating these trials and production of their deliverables. During the main works package this role will assist in ongoing testing and quality management activities, execution of demonstration areas and management of the laboratory testing services.

• To assist with technical support to the project team, including specialist materials engineering input and support the delivery of value engineering opportunities.
• Support the project delivery teams, providing 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, managing their input in the design, development, pricing and delivery of technical solutions on site and in tenders
• Support the materials team in materials risk management, identifying and recording best practice and areas for improvement on contracts
• Maintain personal expertise and knowledge to ensure that the materials team is at the forefront of the industry both technically and in using the latest technologies and standards
• Assist where requested, audits of construction and materials including testing and ensure all meet project specifications and relevant 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 members of the team to deliver high performance and a culture of continuous improvement
• Assist in challenging the specifications/proposals and re-engineering to develop alternative value engineered proposals
• Provide procurement strategies for both 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 in a clear manner

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 of 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.

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