Senior Technician - Structural

At BakerHicks, our C&S team are nationally recognised for delivering sustainable and integrated design. Our ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines has seen us develop truly inspiring solutions that are sympathetic to our surroundings and minimise environmental impact.

With the team growing, this Senior Technician role will allow you to work in various sectors as part of an enthusiastic and committed team of engineers and technicians.

You will have the opportunity to work on various medium-sized projects, where you will understand the latest industry-standard software and information management techniques in generating high-quality, accurate and detailed design packages. Ideally, you would have a knowledge of computational modelling using Dynamo, Grasshopper or Python.

Key Objectives

• To be responsible for the delivery of discrete packages of work under the supervision of a Senior Engineer.
• Contribute to the development and mentoring of our Early Careers population and the continuous improvement of departmental capabilities.
• On occasion, manage Structural CAD involvement in small to medium-size projects, including time, cost, quality and delivery.
• To provide appropriate levels of Structural design support to a range of different projects.

Requirements

Technical

• Proficient in using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks.
• Proficient in using CADS RC 2D and able to produce and check bar bending schedules for reinforced concrete elements.

Knowledge & Experience

• BIM Level 2, current BIM legislation, and how to implement it within projects.
• Traditional and sustainable building materials.
• Current UK technical standards/publications and legislation requirements.
• CDM regulations and associated responsibilities for designers.

About You

• Eligible to pass criteria for security clearance and airside pass applications.
• Ability to work under the supervision of a Principal Technician or Senior Engineer to produce 2D & 3D deliverables from concept through to fully coordinated detailed design.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Why this Opportunity?

• You will work on exciting projects with niche clients in a range of sectors, including Life Sciences, Industrial, Custodial and Education, Power, Aviation, and Nuclear.
• You will join a team that values innovative ideas.
• You will have access to BakerHicks' wider network of engineers and technicians where you can share ideas, discuss challenges and learn.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

About BakerHicks

We've been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Whatever your discipline, you'll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance.
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave.
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc).
• Family friendly policies.
• Employee assistance.

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

Please be advised that while BakerHicks endeavours to process applications promptly, the upcoming festive season and our annual shutdown will delay the review of new applications until January 2025, with interviews commencing the week of January 13th, 2025.

We appreciate your understanding and wish you a safe and enjoyable festive period.