Graduate Structural Engineer

Macstaff; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and career growth

Mentoring toward ICE/IStructE charter

Exposure to varied projects

Hands-on project involvement

Collaborative working environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Macstaff is recruiting a Graduate Structural Engineer in Bristol. The role offers hands-on design and analysis experience with mentoring toward chartership in a growing independent consultancy.

You will work on diverse projects, gaining exposure to design calculations, reporting and BIM/CAD tasks, while developing technical and project management skills within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years structural engineering experience, ideally in a UK consultancy.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations, Eurocodes and industry standards.
• Experience producing structural calculations and technical design information.
• Exposure to BIM or CAD software is advantageous.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the structural design and analysis of projects from concept through to completion.
• Produce structural calculations, technical reports and design information.
• Design structures using steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.
• Work closely with senior engineers, technicians and the project team.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support delivery of projects in line with UK regulations and standards.
• Attend site visits, inspections and project meetings as required.
• Develop technical knowledge, commercial awareness and project management skills.
• Take on increasing responsibility as experience grows.

Skills

Structural engineering knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Ambition for chartered status

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

BIM software

CAD software

Job description

Graduate Structural Engineer

Bristol £30,000 £33,000 + Package

You will like

Developing your career as a Graduate Structural Engineer with a respected and growing independent engineering consultancy in Bristol.

You will join a friendly, collaborative and technically accomplished team delivering interesting structural engineering projects across a variety of sectors. You will benefit from hands‑on mentoring, varied project exposure and structured support towards professional chartership.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Graduate Structural Engineer with up to 2 years experience who wants to develop technically, gain meaningful project responsibility and progress within a supportive consultancy environment.

You will like

The Graduate Structural Engineer role will involve:

• Assisting with the structural design and analysis of projects from concept through to completion
• Producing structural calculations, technical reports, specifications and design information
• Designing structures using steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry
• Working closely with senior engineers, technicians and other members of the project team
• Collaborating with architects, contractors and multidisciplinary design professionals
• Supporting the delivery of projects in accordance with UK building regulations, design codes and industry standards
• Attending site visits, inspections and project meetings as required
• Developing your technical knowledge, commercial awareness and project management skills
• Taking on increasing levels of responsibility as your experience and capability develop
• Working towards professional chartership with the ICE and/or IStructE

You will have

To be successful as Graduate Structural Engineer, you will ideally have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline
• 1- 2 years structural engineering experience, ideally gained within a UK consultancy
• A sound understanding of structural engineering and design principles
• Some experience producing structural calculations and technical design information
• Knowledge of UK building regulations, Eurocodes and relevant industry standards
• Exposure to structural design, analysis, BIM or CAD software would be advantageous
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative approach and genuine enthusiasm for learning and professional development
• Ambition to progress towards Chartered Engineer status

Applications are welcomed from recent graduates with relevant placement or industry experience, as well as Graduate Structural Engineers with 1 2 years post‑graduate consultancy experience.

You will get

As Graduate Structural Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary of £30,000 £33,000, dependent on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

You will also benefit from:

• Structured training and career development
• Support and mentoring towards ICE and/or IStructE chartership
• Exposure to varied and technically interesting structural projects
• Hands‑on involvement throughout the project lifecycle
• Close collaboration with experienced engineers and senior management
• Increasing project responsibility as your career develops
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities for long‑term career progression

You can apply

To Graduate Structural Engineer by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence.

UK-based structural engineering experience is preferred, although applications from high‑calibre graduates with relevant placements, internships or transferable technical experience are also welcomed.

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