Graduate Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in High Wycombe is seeking a motivated Graduate Structural Engineer to contribute to a varied portfolio and gain hands-on experience on live projects.

You will work alongside experienced engineers, develop design and analytical skills, and build a rewarding early career within a friendly, supportive consultancy.

If you have a relevant civil or structural engineering degree and a 2:1 or First-Class classification, this role offers real responsibility and room to grow.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in civil or structural engineering.
• 2:1 or First-Class degree.
• Strong academic foundation and genuine enthusiasm for the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in live projects from early stages.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to develop designs.
• Develop design, analytical and communication skills for a rewarding career.
• Contribute to a varied portfolio of projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Enthusiasm to learn

Education

BEng/BSc Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Graduate Structural Engineer – High Wycombe

Ready to turn your engineering talent into something extraordinary?

Are you a bright, ambitious graduate with a passion for structural engineering and a desire to see your ideas take shape in the real world? This is an exciting opportunity to join an established structural engineering consultancy in High Wycombe, where fresh thinking, technical curiosity and a can‑do attitude are genuinely valued.

We’re looking for a graduate structural engineer who wants more than just a first job. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to a varied portfolio of projects and develop the practical skills and technical confidence to build a rewarding career.

What’s in it for you?

• Real responsibility: Get involved in live projects from an early stage, helping turn concepts into safe, efficient and elegant structural solutions.
• Learn from the best: Work closely with experienced professionals who can support your development and help you grow into a confident engineer.
• Variety and challenge: Explore different building types, structural materials and design challenges, putting your academic knowledge into practice.
• Room to grow: Develop your design, analytical and problem-solving skills in a supportive consultancy environment.

Who are we looking for?

We’re keen to hear from a motivated graduate structural engineer with a relevant degree in civil or structural engineering, a strong academic foundation and a genuine enthusiasm for the built environment.

Ideally, you’ll have achieved a 2:1 or First-Class degree, although we’re equally interested in your potential, attitude and willingness to learn.

Location matters:

Preference will be given to candidates who live locally to High Wycombe or within an easy commuting distance. We’re particularly interested in someone who wants to establish their career in the area and become part of a close‑knit, collaborative team.

You’ll bring a curious mind, a proactive approach and the confidence to ask questions, share ideas and embrace new challenges. Strong communication skills and a good eye for detail will help you make the most of this opportunity.

Your next chapter starts here

If you’re a graduate structural engineer looking for an opportunity to put your degree to work, learn from experienced colleagues and make a tangible contribution to exciting projects, we’d love to hear from you.

This is your chance to join a consultancy where you can build your expertise, make your mark and lay the foundations for a successful engineering career.

Confidential opportunity with an independent consultancy based in High Wycombe. Further details will be shared with shortlisted applicants.