Lead Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Immingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Lead Civil & Structural Engineer for its Immingham office. This role involves taking a senior technical lead across major projects from design through to construction. Candidates should have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, chartered status or working towards it, and extensive experience in the engineering field. Excellent opportunity to influence complex projects and mentor junior engineers while enjoying a competitive salary and a reputable work environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years' UK experience in design consultancy or EPC project environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of BS/EU codes and construction practices.
• UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design activities across major projects.
• Approve engineering deliverables including reports, calculations, and drawings.
• Ensure designs meet UK and Eurocode standards.

Skills

UK and Eurocode standards

BS/EU codes

Technical authority

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla TEDDS

STAAD.Pro

Robot

IDEA StatiCa

Job description

Job Description

Lead Civil & Structural Engineer - Immingham | Major Engineering Projects | Competitive Salary + Package

iO Associates are proud to be working with a leading name in the UK's engineering construction sector, as they look to bring a Lead Civil & Structural Engineer on board at their Immingham office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to take a senior technical lead across a wide range of projects - from tender stage through to FEED, detailed design, and construction. If you're someone who thrives on technical leadership, client interaction, and mentoring junior engineers, this could be your ideal next move.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead all civil and structural design activities across major projects
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  Approve engineering deliverables - including reports, calculations, drawings & risk assessments
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  Ensure designs meet UK and Eurocode standards, CDM regulations, and client specifications
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  Deliver design work across steelwork, reinforced concrete, foundations, temporary works, drainage and more
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  Act as a technical authority for both clients and internal stakeholders
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  Support project proposals, define scopes of work, and manage engineering budgets
  
  

What They're Looking For:

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  Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent)
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  Chartered (CEng) or working toward chartership (IStructE/ICE)
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  8-10 years' UK experience in design consultancy or EPC project environments
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  Strong technical knowledge of BS/EU codes and construction practices
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  Proficient in tools like AutoCAD, Tekla TEDDS, STAAD.Pro, Robot, IDEA StatiCa
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  Comfortable working across multi-disciplinary teams and client environments
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  UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required

Why this company?
You'll join a company with a reputation for engineering excellence, where your technical insight and leadership will directly influence complex, high-value projects across the UK. This is a chance to step into a role that combines project delivery, technical authority, and mentorship - all within a business that's investing in its future.

Interested?
If you're ready for a role where you can lead from the front, apply today or reach out to Tommy Collishaw at iO Associates to find out more.