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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Borough Engineer jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 75 Borough Engineer jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Borough Engineer do?

  Building engineers interpret building designs and add technical specifications to construction projects and maintenance of facilities. They integrate engineering principles into the designs to ensure that structures are safe and resistant. They work together with architects and engineers to transform design ideas into executable plans.

  Tasks required include:

  • Undertakes research and advises on soil mechanics, concrete technology, hydraulics, water and waste water treatment processes and other civil engineering matters.
  • Determines and specifies construction methods, materials, quality and safety standards and ensures that equipment operation and maintenance comply with design specifications.
  • Designs foundations and earthworks.
  • Designs structures such as roads, dams, bridges, railways, hydraulic systems, sewerage systems, industrial and other buildings and plans the layout of tunnels, wells and construction shafts.
  • Organises and plans projects, arranges work schedules, carries out inspection work and plans maintenance control.
  • Organises and establishes control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of materials and systems.

• What are the entry requirements for a Borough Engineer?

  Civil engineers usually possess an accredited three or four-year degree in civil engineering or engineering science or an accredited Higher National Diploma or Certificate. The status of ‘incorporated engineer’ is obtained upon the completion of further training at work and associate membership of a chartered engineering institution. The status of ‘chartered engineer’ is achieved through the completion of postgraduate training and full membership of a chartered engineering institution.