Graduate Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a junior structural engineer to join their team in Maidstone. The role involves working on diverse design projects, liaising with clients, and ensuring high-quality technical output. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Structural Engineering and be proficient in CAD software, with opportunities for professional growth and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Junior structural engineer role with a focus on design and client interaction.
• Proficiency in CAD software and relevant codes of practice required.
• Experience in 2D & 3D modelling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Completing design work for residential and commercial projects.
• Conducting structural assessments and inspections.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Proficient in drawings and CAD software

Ability to confidently liaise with clients

Ability to present technical information clearly

Working under pressure

Teamwork and initiative

Familiar with relevant codes of practice

Experience with 2D & 3D modelling software

Self-driven and results-oriented

Proven ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Our clients provide Quantity Surveying, Structural Engineering, Estimating, Project Management, and more to customers throughout London and the South East. They believe they are only as good as the people they employ; teams have a broad and deep wealth of expertise in everything from design, engineering, and project management to highly specific, sought-after skills such as building information management and engineering. They offer a working environment which is stimulating, challenging, and rewarding. Training is provided for all staff, ranging from technical seminars to other aspects which affect the working environment. For graduates and engineers, they offer mentoring in the early years of their career and support junior staff through day release and modern apprenticeship schemes.

From this, they can proceed to achieve professional qualifications and Institution membership. All staff are encouraged and supported to develop their technical, management, and business experience to enable growth into senior positions and complex engineering solutions.

You will be working as part of a design team and responsible for the provision of structural drawings, specifications, design, reports, and attending external/internal meetings. You will work with external partners on state-of-the-art design projects including new build and refurbishments in London and the South-East.

There is an emphasis on building design projects, with work spanning across all major building types, with a particular focus on residential sectors.

Responsibilities

1. Completing a range of design work to client specifications across residential and commercial projects.
2. Meeting client requirements and project time frames.
3. Working on a variety of projects, designs, and materials used.
4. Serving as a structural engineer on projects large and small.
5. Liaising with and leading other members of the design team to achieve a coordinated design solution that meets the client's objectives.
6. Conducting structural engineering assessments and inspections of new and existing properties in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
7. Undertaking analysis and design using a range of software packages including TEDDS.
8. Ensuring the quality and consistency of technical output (drawings, reports, etc.) is maintained.
9. Preparing high-quality technical reports, including structural surveys.

About the candidate

• Proficient in drawings and CAD software.
• Ability to confidently liaise with clients.
• Ability to present technical information clearly.
• Working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
• Familiar with relevant codes of practice, Eurocodes, and British Standards that apply to the design of cold-formed sections and building structures.
• Experience with 2D & 3D modelling software would be advantageous.
• Self-driven and results-oriented with a positive outlook and a focus on high-quality work.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Full driving license would be beneficial.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering.

The role is for a junior structural engineer seeking a new challenge within a friendly and professional team that is proud of the quality of service it delivers to its clients and has a clear vision for innovation. You will be reporting to the head of engineers.