Associate Structural Engineer

AndersElite; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Leeds is seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to lead structural design and mentor junior engineers. The role offers a competitive salary, exceptional pension scheme, and the chance to work on diverse projects. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience, a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, and Chartered Engineer status. This position offers hybrid working options and a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Exceptional pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Support with professional memberships

Continuous CPD and internal training

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience delivering structural engineering projects.
• Experience leading project teams and supporting business development is highly desirable.
• Someone enthusiastic, collaborative, and able to inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee structural engineering design across a range of building types.
• Provide technical direction, checking and approval of designs and specifications.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

Skills

Strong technical understanding across concrete structures

Strong technical understanding across steel structures

Strong technical understanding across timber structures

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Confident communicator

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng/BEng)

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Associate Structural Engineer – Leeds, Leeds (Hybrid Working Available) – £60,000 – £75,000 + Industry-Leading Pension + Benefits

About the Opportunity

I’m partnering with a respected, long-standing civil and structural engineering consultancy that continues to grow across the region. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and a real commitment to staff development, they’re now looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Structural Engineer to help lead their Leeds team. This is a key senior appointment offering genuine progression, technical leadership responsibilities and the chance to work on a wide portfolio of complex, rewarding projects across commercial, residential, industrial and public-sector environments. If you’re an experienced structural engineer looking for a leadership platform within a people-focused consultancy, this is an excellent opportunity.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and oversee structural engineering design across a range of building types and materials.
• Provide technical direction, checking and approval of drawings, calculations, designs and specifications.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, buildable design solutions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop technical capability and confidence.
• Act as a client-facing lead engineer, strengthening relationships and ensuring repeat business.
• Contribute to bids, proposals, fee development and wider business growth initiatives.
• Take a lead role in project management—programme, quality, risk and delivery oversight.

What we’re looking for

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng/BEng).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status via ICE or IStructE.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience delivering structural engineering projects.
• Strong technical understanding across concrete, steel, timber and masonry structures.
• Familiarity with modern design tools and structural analysis software.
• Confident communicator and able to manage client relationships effectively.
• Experience leading project teams and supporting business development is highly desirable.
• Someone enthusiastic, collaborative and able to inspire a team.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary reflective of experience.
• Exceptional pension scheme — significantly above industry standard.
• Holiday purchase scheme + Birthday Leave.
• Support with professional memberships and fees.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits portal (discounts, healthcare support, cycle to work, etc).
• Continuous CPD, internal training and clear routes to technical or management progression.
• Varied, high-quality project work that will challenge and develop you.

Interested? Let’s Talk

If you’re a Principal or Associate Structural Engineer looking for a senior role with autonomy, growth and long-term opportunity, I’d welcome a confidential conversation.

Sam Wakley
Recruitment Consultant – C&S Engineering
Anderselite | Connecting People with Purpose