Senior Structural Design Engineer

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Pickering; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural steel design agency seeks an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead the design of complex steel structures. With over 10 years of industry experience required, this role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape projects. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking team that values professional development and innovation, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including pension contributions and performance bonuses.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

5% employer pension contribution

Performance bonus scheme

Life assurance at 4x salary

Access to a comprehensive benefits portal

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in structural steel industry, ideally within UK environment.
• Hands-on experience using design software like Tekla and MasterSeries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the structural design of steel frames and connections.
• Managing projects independently or within a design team.
• Ensuring designs meet UK and European standards.

Skills

Proficiency in structural steel frame design

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

MasterSeries

S-Frame

Idea Statica

Job description

Are you an experienced Structural Design Engineer looking to work on some of the UK’s most technically challenging steel structures? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market leader in structural steel with over 50 years of expertise and execution class 4 accreditation, enabling delivery of some of the most complex and prestigious projects in the UK. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary between £50K–£60K (DOE), flexitime working, 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown), 5% employer pension contribution, performance bonus scheme, life assurance at 4x salary, and access to a comprehensive benefits portal offering exclusive discounts.



The successful Senior Structural Design Engineer will be responsible for:

• Leading the structural design of steel frames, connections, and associated temporary works.
  
  
• Producing both manual and software-based structural calculations using a variety of tools.
  
  
• Managing projects independently or within a collaborative design team, reporting into the Head of Design.
  
  
• Attending client, architect, and subcontractor meetings to coordinate design requirements and resolve technical queries.
  
  
• Ensuring designs meet all relevant UK and European codes and standards, while staying within design budgets and deadlines.
  
  
• Supporting the training and development of Graduate Engineers and contributing to the continuous improvement of the department.
  
  

The successful Senior Structural Design Engineer will need:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the structural steel industry, ideally within a UK-based fabrication environment.
  
  
• Proficiency in structural steel frame and connection design, with hands-on experience using software such as Tekla Structural Designer, Tekla Portal Designer, MasterSeries, S-Frame, Idea Statica, and cold rolled design packages.
  
  
• A relevant degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and ideally on the path to incorporated or chartered status.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and drive design coordination across stakeholders.
  
  
• Experience in temporary works design would be an advantage.
  
  

Ready to take the next step in your structural engineering career?

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking business that values its people and invests in their development. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team delivering high-impact steel projects. Apply now by sending your CV, calling us directly, or emailing to arrange a confidential chat.