Junior and Senior Structural Engineers/Technicians - Expression of Interest

ICE Recruit; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking Structural Engineers and Technicians across the South West of England, including cities like Exeter and Plymouth. Candidates should have at least two years of experience, hold a civil or structural engineering degree, and be familiar with industry-standard design software. Benefits include competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and training support towards chartership among others. Ideal for those looking to further their careers in 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and insurance cover

Hybrid or flexible working arrangements

Training support towards chartership

Enhanced parental policies

25 days holiday on average

Holiday purchase policies

Health and wellbeing perks

Qualifications

• At least two years of post-graduate experience in a UK consultancy environment.
• Familiarity with UK design codes and standards.
• Experience producing calculations and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects and contribute to technical delivery.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.
• Communicate with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Structural design and analysis

Mentoring junior staff

Client liaison

Awareness of residential and commercial sectors

Education

Civil or structural engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Revit

Tekla Structural Designer

Tedds

Job description

The New Year will be bringing a number of exciting career opportunities for Structural Engineers and Technicians with experience in building structures and structural design who are looking to further their professional development, attain promotion, or improve earnings.

We have a number of roles across the South West, in Exeter, Cornwall, Plymouth, Swansea, Cardiff, Somerset and London – perfect for someone with:

• At least two years of post‑graduate experience in a UK consultancy environment
• A civil or structural engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• Experience working on building structures, with residential and/or commercial sector awareness
• Structural design and analysis experience using industry‑standard software (e.g. CAD, Revit, Tekla Structural Designer, Tedds or similar)
• Familiarity with UK design codes and standards, and experience producing calculations and technical drawings

And for the more senior engineers and technicians…

• Chartered status or working towards (ICE / IStructE or equivalent)
• Experience overseeing projects and contributing to technical delivery
• Confidence mentoring junior staff and supporting team development
• Experience liaising with clients, architects, contractors and other stakeholders

Packages vary depending on the consultancy, but some of the benefits you could expect* include:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Health and insurance cover
• Hybrid or flexible working arrangements
• Training and support towards chartership
• Enhanced parental policies
• Holiday from 25 days pa on average
• Holiday purchase policies
• Health and wellbeing perks

So, if you are considering a change in 2026 and would like to have a confidential discussion regarding your next step and current vacancies, apply today with your CV and we will get in touch as soon as possible to discuss your goals and options.

PLEASE NOTE – SPONSORSHIP IS UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME – APPLICANTS SHOULD BE BASED IN THE UK AND HAVE UNRESTRICTED RIGHT TO WORK