Junior Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater Manchester seeks a Structural Engineer with at least two years of experience. The ideal candidate will develop structural designs while collaborating with various teams and will enjoy competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities. A Bachelor's or Master's in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Access to training programs

Hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in structural design.
• Strong technical knowledge of steel, concrete, masonry, or timber design.
• Experience with analysis and CAD/BIM software.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs and calculations for projects.
• Prepare reports, drawings, and specifications according to UK standards.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure integration of structural elements.

Skills

Structural design

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Structural Engineer (2 Years’ Experience)

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum

About the Company

Our client is a dynamic and growing engineering consultancy headquartered in Greater Manchester, renowned for delivering inventive structural solutions across a wide range of sectors. The company has a portfolio spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and adaptive reuse projects.

• Holistic engagement: from concept design to site supervision and through to project completion, with in-house handling to foster professional development.
• Innovative, practical solutions: balancing cutting-edge design with robust, buildable engineering.
• Sustainable engineering: integration of sustainability metrics (e.g., embodied carbon, material efficiency) into structural decision-making.
• Collaborative culture: small-to-mid-sized teams with direct mentorship, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and early exposure to client interaction.

The Role

You will join as a Structural Engineer with around two years of post-graduate experience. You’ll be embedded within project delivery teams and supported by senior engineers and directors to build your skills in a supportive, yet autonomous environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs and calculations for multi-material projects—including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Prepare reports, drawings, and specifications aligned with current British Standards (BS) and Eurocodes (UK-compliant).
• Collaborate with architects, MEP consultants, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of structural elements.
• Conduct design reviews, checking and quality controlling work across junior team members’ output.
• Visit sites as required for feasibility studies, inspections, and to support project execution.
• Engage in technical meetings and support presentations to clients and delivery teams.
• Contribute to internal continuous improvement such as optimising design workflows or enhancing digital tools/software processes.

Your Profile

Essential:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in structural design, including use of analysis software (e.g., Tekla, SCIA, SAP2000, IDEA Statica) and CAD/BIM platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
• Strong technical knowledge of steel, concrete, masonry, or timber design in accordance with UK regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Clear communication abilities, both verbal and written—confident in producing reports and presenting to internal teams and clients.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude; keen to learn and progress.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with sustainability or embodied carbon assessment tools.
• Experience with multidisciplinary project delivery and client-facing exposure.
• Chartered status (ICE, IStructE) or clear route toward professional accreditation.

What You’ll Gain

• A structured progression path, with regular feedback, CPD opportunities, and technical support.
• Exposure to diverse project types—from urban residential developments and commercial refurbishments to light industrial and educational projects.
• A friendly, open culture with hybrid working flexibility based in their modern Sale office.
• Competitive benefits such as pension, annual performance bonus, and access to training programs.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to step into a role where you\'ll grow technically, engage with clients, and help shape impactful projects around Manchester, we\'d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter explaining why you\'re passionate about structural engineering and why this role suits you.

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