Civil & Structural Engineer

External Role Title: Civil & Structural Engineer

Location: Warrington

This role is offered by Crouch Waterfall, a subsidiary of Vulcain Engineering Group.

As part of the Vulcain family, Crouch Waterfall brings decades of specialist experience in Civil, Structural, and Geotechnical Engineering to a wide range of UK infrastructure projects. Crouch Waterfall specialise in core areas of Bridges, Rail, Infrastructure, Buildings and Geotechnical Services, designing and co-ordinating projects from conception to completion. Established since 1981, the business has enjoyed steady growth driven by a committed and highly skilled workforce of 120 employees.

The Position: Civil & Structural Engineer

We are looking for a Civil & Structural Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team in Warrington. Reporting to the Associate leading the discipline, the Civil & Structural Engineer will be responsible for the design and assessment of large-scale structures, including bridges, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, and temporary works, while developing their technical capability on challenging and nationally significant programmes. This role offers exposure to both high-value infrastructure projects and smaller schemes, providing variety and the opportunity to build capability across a broad range of sectors as part of the wider Vulcain Group.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Civil & Structural Engineer will include:

• Support senior engineers in the technical delivery of large-scale civil & structural design projects, including bridges, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, and temporary works.
• Undertake structural design and analysis for major infrastructure schemes, including rail structures, inspections, nuclear temporary works, and selected building projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and design deliverables using both hand methods and appropriate software under the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Carry out site inspections, surveys, and assessments of existing structures, contributing to clear and accurate technical reports.
• Collaborate with the wider project team to manage workloads, meet programme deadlines, and ensure high-quality outputs.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders as required to clarify project scope and support ongoing project delivery.

You will be part of a respected civil and structural engineering consultancy known for its technical excellence and involvement in complex, high-impact projects. Crouch Waterfall is renowned for supporting the growth and development of its engineers, offering real scope for progression, opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, and a clear pathway towards Chartership. You ll work alongside highly experienced engineers on challenging schemes within the rail and heavy-industry sectors, gaining hands-on exposure that will accelerate your development and deepen your technical expertise.

As part of the wider Vulcain Group, you will also benefit from broader project opportunities, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and defined career pathways across a growing engineering organisation. This is an environment where committed engineers can truly broaden their capability and build a meaningful long-term career.

Preferred Profile:

• Proven experience in the design of large-scale structures such as bridges, structural steelwork, and reinforced concrete.
• Background in infrastructure, major projects, or heavy industry, with exposure to the Rail sector beneficial.
• Proficient in Tedds for structural calculations, with experience using finite element analysis software such as Robot, Midas, or similar tools.
• Experience contributing to inspections, assessments, and analysis of existing structures, as well as new-build design would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with temporary works is desirable.
• Comfortable operating in client-facing environments, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ideally working towards professional accreditation (ICE or IStructE), with support available to progress toward Chartered status.
• Reside locally to Warrington or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Why Join Us?

At Crouch Waterfall, we re committed to investing in our people through tailored training, mentoring, and real opportunities for progression. Whether you're aiming for Chartership, developing leadership skills, or looking for broader commercial exposure - we ll support your growth every step of the way.

You ll be part of supportive team with an open-door culture, where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. We offer the chance to work across sectors - with proven success helping engineers move from buildings and commercial projects into infrastructure and heavy industry.

With a strong presence in the rail and construction sectors, and as part of the wider Vulcain Engineering Group, you'll benefit from international connections, long-term stability, and a truly collaborative culture.

Remuneration & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you're open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• Hybrid working set-up, with flexible working hours.

• Casual office attire and a relaxed and comfortable working environment

• Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, plus a day off on your Birthday

• Additional leave purchase scheme

• Annual discretionary bonus scheme

• Private medical Insurance

• Contributory Pension Scheme, up to 5%

• Cycle to work scheme

Crouch Waterfall is committed to valuing our diversity and eliminating discrimination. All our employees have an equal chance of advancement based upon merit, access to opportunities, and the training necessary to that end irrespective of your sex, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, disability unrelated to the ability to carry out the job, or age.