Associate Structural Engineer

Anderselite; Morley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal or Associate Structural Engineer to lead their team in Morley, England. This role offers technical leadership on a diverse range of projects across commercial, residential, and public sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree, Chartered Engineer status, and at least 10 years of experience in structural engineering. Benefits include a competitive salary, exceptional pension, hybrid working options, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

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.
• Strong technical understanding across various materials.
• Experience leading project teams is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee structural engineering design across various building types.
• Provide technical direction and approval of engineering drawings.
• Act as client-facing lead engineer to ensure repeat business.

Skills

Leadership

Technical direction

Client relationship management

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Education

MEng / BEng in Structural or Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Overview

️ 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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

You’ll join a consultancy known for its strong culture, excellent retention and commitment to staff wellbeing and progression. Benefits include :

• 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