Vertical Transportation Engineer

Sweco

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
Become part of our society.We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Vertical Transportation Engineer to join our team in our London office. This role can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office and the option of adjusted start and finish times.What does the role involve?Sweco's team of vertical transportation engineers deliver specialist advice in the field of lift and escalator designs for high profile buildings of all types. We are looking for a specialist vertical transportation engineer to join our team and develop a long term career with us in this high profile discipline.This is an exciting opportunity to work in this specialist field on some of the most prestigious projects in the UK and around the world. Current and recent projects include:2 Finsbury Avenue, LondonOne of the largest office developments currently on site in London, this is an exciting and unique project that sees us working with Danish architectural firm 3XN, with Adamson Associates (International) Ltd as executive architect to deliver an innovative lift system.One Nine Elms, LondonA major, high rise, twin tower residential and hotel project located on the riverside at Vauxhall in the centre of London. Working for a Chinese client alongside international architects Kohn Pederson Fox Associates, this is our client's first development outside China and one of the highest profile projects in the country.Google, LondonNestled in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic cities, the new Google HQ redefines modern workspaces with its state-of-the-art design and sustainable features.To be successful in this role you'll:
  • Have a minimum of HND/HNC/ONC in lift engineering or an equivalent field.
  • Have completed a lift industry apprenticeship (not essential but advantageous).
  • Have a recognised professional qualification and membership of appropriate professional bodies (or be working towards).
  • Probably (but not necessarily) be currently working for a lift supplier, ideally in a design role, or in an associated building services design environment. You will already have several years UK experience in this field.
  • Be computer literate, suitably skilled in the use of CAD software (ideally in AutoDesk AutoCAD, Revit); experience of DigiPara lift design software would be a distinct advantage. You'll have familiarity with a broad range of vertical transportation equipment, technical specifications and current codes and standards.
  • Have a good knowledge of Elevate traffic analysis software (not essential but advantageous).
  • Have the ability to communicate in a fluent and positive manner with Clients, design teams other team members and to produce reports in clear English.
  • Be a strong, clear and confident communicator who is able to project a professional image to clients and colleagues at all times. You'll be able to work collaboratively with others to form strong positive working relationships and be able to demonstrate pride in work through accurate, timely delivery.
About UsTransforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future.Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality. Our ambition is to be our clients' most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges, today and into the future.Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.Equality, Diversity & InclusionIt's important to us that that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. To find out more .We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.If I have a disability, can I get help (e.g. “reasonable adjustments”) with the application process?If you're an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, please contact GB_Function-HR-Resourcing@sweco.co.uk for assistance.In order to address your request the following information is needed:
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Upon receipt of this information, we'll respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date.Sweco UK&I have an internal resourcing team who are responsible for all recruiting activity. We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted agencies who we work with on those “hard to fill” roles.We have defined processes for recruitment applications and it is company policy not to accept speculative CVs. Any speculative CVs received into the business (whether to a manager or member of the resourcing team) will become the property of Sweco and the agency will not be eligible for an introductory fee.Our Preferred Supplier List was reviewed in November 2024 and we are not looking to add any additional agencies. We'll be reviewing the PSL again at the end of 2025 and non-compliance with the above statements could be detrimental to you having the opportunity to be included.Our Talent Community for experienced professionals is a great way to keep up to date with our latest news, insights, future vacancies, as well as gaining access to exclusive events hosted by our experts.To learn more

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