Graduate Structural Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consultancy in Gloucester is seeking a Graduate Structural Engineer to join their growing Structural team. The successful candidate will work on various building projects, gaining hands-on experience with support from senior engineers. Key qualifications include a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering and 1-2 years of experience in a UK design consultancy. This role offers flexible working arrangements, ongoing training, and clear pathways for professional development.

Benefits

Hands-on mentoring

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and CPD

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in a UK structural design consultancy.
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design software used in UK practice.
• Ability to assist with structural calculations, drawings, and technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing and upcoming projects, assisting with calculations and technical reports.
• Work closely with experienced engineers committed to your training.
• Engage in the design of building structures from an early stage.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic understanding of structural design

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis and design software

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Graduate Structural Engineer? We’re working with a well-established engineering consultancy in Gloucester who are continuing to grow their Structural team in Gloucester. Due to a steady and increasing workload across a range of building sectors, our client is now looking to recruit a Graduate Structural Engineer to support ongoing and upcoming projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Structural Engineer to join a supportive and knowledgeable team working across sectors including commercial, industrial, retail, public sector and residential developments. You’ll be involved in the design of building structures from an early stage, assisting with calculations, drawings and technical reports while working closely with experienced engineers who are committed to training and development. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects, giving you the chance to build strong technical foundations and progress confidently toward professional qualification.

Our client is looking for a Graduate Structural Engineer with 1–2 years’ experience in a UK design consultancy who is eager to learn, contribute to project delivery and develop their skills within a structured and supportive environment.

What’s On Offer

• Hands‑on mentoring and day‑to‑day support from senior and principal engineers.
• Exposure to a broad mix of building projects across multiple sectors.
• A clear development pathway with structured support toward chartership.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Ongoing training, CPD and opportunities to build technical confidence.
• A friendly, inclusive team culture within a stable and growing consultancy.

What You Need To Succeed

• 1–2 years’ experience working in a UK structural design consultancy.
• A basic understanding of structural design in steel, concrete, masonry and timber.
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design software used in UK practice.
• Ability to assist with structural calculations, drawings and technical reports.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn from others.
• A positive, proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in structural engineering.
• A strong academic background with a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Desire to pursue chartership with the IStructE or ICE.