Graduate Structural Engineer

Tate; Oxford; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to manage high-value projects while mentoring junior engineers. This role involves performing site inspections, developing design concepts, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The ideal candidate will have a recognised degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and extensive experience with numerical analysis. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme

Corporate bonus scheme up to 7%

Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with a recognised institution for civil / structural engineering.
• Extensive experience in applying numerical analysis methods in structural engineering.
• Experience of technical leadership in close collaboration with project managers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and engage with stakeholders to define structural solutions.
• Develop and manage design concepts for structures and undertake calculations.
• Lead technical management of design activities across projects.
• Act as a recognized structural engineering expert and mentor colleagues.
• Ensure accurate documentation of designs and maintain compliance.

Skills

Site Inspections & Stakeholder Engagement

Structural Design & Analysis

Technical Expertise & Supervision

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Education

Recognised degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer certification

Job description

Overview

The salary for this role is £56,596 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance). Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week; flexible working requests are supported. We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with a degree in a relevant discipline, capable of taking on high-value work with autonomy and independence. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can review, supervise, and mentor junior engineers, while serving as a technical authority in structural engineering. This role will support UKAEA projects and programmes by defining and delivering Structural Integrity Management frameworks from initial design through to implementation and operation. You will act as the lead engineer and technical reference for all matters related to structural integrity. If you are a senior engineer who thrives on responsibility, enjoys guiding others, and has the expertise to shape the structural integrity of high-profile projects, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Site Inspections & Stakeholder Engagement: Do site inspections, review layouts, and engage with clients, suppliers, and staff to define requirements, manage expectations, and ensure feasibility of structural solutions.
• Structural Design & Analysis: Develop and manage design concepts for standard and complex structures, undertake calculations, and use computational tools for structural analysis in line with codes and best practice.
• Design Management & Implementation: Lead technical management of design activities across projects, ensure implementation aligns with designs, standards, and contractual requirements, and compile comprehensive handover documentation.
• Technical Expertise & Supervision: Act as a recognized structural engineering expert, supervise staff, manage checking processes, and mentor colleagues through training and knowledge transfer.
• Processes, Documentation & Continuous Improvement: Ensure accurate documentation of designs and assessments, implement technical improvements, and maintain compliance with management systems, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Civil / Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer with a recognised institution for civil / structural engineering - may take up the role without this, but should have sufficient experience to achieve it within a reasonable amount of time.
• Extensive experience in applying numerical analysis methods in structural engineering from first principles, in accordance with relevant design codes and regulations (e.g., Eurocodes).
• Desirable: Experience in design and analysis of nuclear shielded facilities.
• Desirable: Experience in design and analysis of facilities incorporating remote handling or similar systems.
• Experience of technical leadership in close collaboration with certified project managers.

Benefits

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
• Wide range of career development opportunities
• A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive

Equal Opportunity

UKAEA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission of clean energy for all. We are under-represented in some groups and encourage applications in particular from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African backgrounds and from Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds.