Facilities Design and Engineering is an exciting and fast-growing team in Defence. What sets us apart is the scale and complexity of the projects we work on for the MoD and their suppliers. Our 70 strong team work on over 100 defence related projects worth £30m a year (2008/09). In fact, we often need to call on the expertise of designers and engineers from other areas of the Atkins Group, which means building strong relationships across the business. For example, the large facilities we're designing for AWE – at a total spend of £1bn – involve a multidisciplinary design team of 175 engineers. We also work on complex engineering equipment projects, like the rigs we're currently designing for Rolls Royce which will be used to test the propulsion components for the next generation of nuclear submarines.
So, although we're a relatively small group, Facilities Design and Engineering accounts for around half of the total turnover in the Defence business – and our work with both new and existing clients is set to increase.
The key areas of our business are:
Project and Design Management Facilities Design (Civil & Structural Engineering) Mechanical Engineering Design Building Services Engineering Process Engineering Electrical Control and Instrumentation Safety Case DevelopmentJoin us and you'll be part of a talented, multi-skilled team. Much of the work we do is at the forefront of defence, so you'll be challenged on every project. But you'll also develop your expertise and experience by working with experts driven to deliver the right solution every time.
About this role
We are seeking applications from experienced Design Engineers with experience in highly regulated industries; to join the Atkins multidiscipline design team supporting multiple early stage design projects.We are looking for candidates who are keen to rotate on various projects in differing industries within the company. You will have the ability and the experience to lead a team of Process Engineers and further develop our capability.Based at Atkins' offices in Berkshire the majority of the work will be undertaken within the bounds of our clients premises.
EssentialDue to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.Degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering (or related qualification)Experience gained within the nuclear industry is requiredChartered or working towards ChartershipPrevious experience of team leadingDesirable
Suitable candidates will have a sufficient and appropriate level of previous design experience working on bulk/speciality chemicals, water and/or pharmaceuticals industries. Previous experience gained within a consultancy/commercial environmentAbility to develop and maintain effective client relationships
What we're looking for
- A confident and professional manner
Excellent communication skills - Ability to use initiative and demonstrate creativity
- Self motivated and committed to further study
- Ability to work within a team
What you'll get in return
As one of the Sunday Times 20 Best Big Companies To Work For 2009 our generous benefits include:
25 days' paid annual leave flexible annual leave discretionary bonus contributory occupational pension scheme where Atkins will pay double your standard contribution life assurance personal accident cover share incentive plan after 6 months service professional fees paid give as you earn – charity contributions private medical insurance discount employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice childcare vouchers sports and social activities.
Stop reading, start doingIt takes a special kind of person to join our team here in Defence. If you're ready to rise to the challenge, apply now and show us what you can do.
It's not what you know?
Knowledge alone isn't enough for a career at Defence – you need the drive to find the right solution every time. If you know someone who's got the technical expertise and the drive to take on this role, please email them the details.
