Lead Structural Engineer - Marine Concrete Design

Sperra

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Employer‑contributed pension scheme

25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays

Home‑office equipment and engineering software/tools provided

Flexible remote work with periodic travel to project and fabrication sites

Opportunity to shape UK engineering presence

Work on cutting‑edge projects

Job summary

A leading marine infrastructure company seeks a Lead Structural Engineer in the UK to oversee concrete design for innovative offshore projects. You will balance structural integrity, compliance, and manufacturability while leading design and analysis efforts. Ideal candidates have a strong civil/structural engineering background with at least 7 years of experience, notably in marine environments. The role offers competitive pay, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities to shape the company's UK operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Master’s or PhD with focus on concrete, marine, or offshore structures (preferred).
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (strongly preferred).
7+ years of structural engineering experience, including reinforced concrete and marine/coastal structures.
Strong command of Eurocode, BS EN, DNV, and/or API standards.
Experience delivering projects from concept through detailed design and deployment.
Strong communication skills in a remote, multidisciplinary environment.
Experience with marine energy, offshore structures, or naval architecture is a plus.
Proficiency in structural analysis and FEM tools (e.g., SAP2000, ABAQUS).

Responsibilities

Lead structural design for concrete marine and offshore structures.
Develop conceptual designs, detailed drawings, and specifications.
Balance structural performance, code compliance, durability, and manufacturability.
Evaluate constructability constraints and coordinate design details.
Support project management activities.
Prepare design reports, calculations, and documentation.
Contribute to early-stage concept development and applied R&D efforts.
Support prototype development and testing.
Communicate design intent clearly.
Perform and review finite element analysis using SAP2000 and ABAQUS.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEM (SAP2000 / ABAQUS)

Eurocode knowledge

Communication in remote environment

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s or PhD in concrete/marine/offshore structures (preferred)

CEng or working toward chartership (preferred)

Tools

SAP2000

ABAQUS

Job description

About Sperra Seaworks Limited

Sperra Seaworks Limited is advancing the next generation of marine and offshore infrastructure using 3D printed concrete and advanced structural design. Our mission is to develop practical, scalable solutions for offshore construction - including anchors, floating platforms, and subsea systems - supporting emerging forms of marine energy and resilient coastal development.

With headquarters in Los Angeles and growing operations in Europe, Sperra Seaworks Limited is expanding its engineering team in the UK to support projects across Europe and the Middle East.

Who You Are

A structural engineer with extensive reinforced concrete design experience, ideally in marine, port, or coastal environments. Skilled at developing conceptual through detailed designs, with a strong sense of constructability and practical implementation. Experienced applying Eurocode, BS EN, DNV, and related standards to non-standard and complex structures. Comfortable generating design solutions for emerging construction methods, including 3D printed concrete. Creative and resourceful – able to propose and evaluate structural concepts beyond conventional approaches. Organised and effective at managing design workflows, documentation, and project deliverables. A clear communicator who works well with contractors, fabricators, and multidisciplinary teams.

What You Will Do

As Lead Structural Engineer, you will shape the design and delivery of Sperra’s UK marine infrastructure projects. You will lead concrete structural design across concept development, detailed design, fabrication planning, and prototype development. While analysis remains part of the work, the emphasis is on design leadership, creativity, and project execution. Working closely with Sperra’s R&D and fabrication teams, you will help translate prototypes, material testing, and computational models into manufacturable offshore and coastal infrastructure solutions.

As Sperra Seaworks Limited’s first UK-based hire, you will help establish our engineering and operational presence in the region. You will shape local engineering practices, coordinate with UK and EU partners, and support the development of a highly capable UK engineering hub within Sperra’s global portfolio.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead structural design for concrete marine and offshore structures, including novel 3D printed systems
Develop conceptual designs, detailed drawings, and specifications for prototypes and project deliverables
Balance structural performance, code compliance, durability, and manufacturability in marine environments
Evaluate constructability constraints and coordinate design details with fabricators and contractors
Support project management activities, including scope definition, scheduling, technical documentation, and client coordination
Prepare design reports, calculations, and documentation compliant with Eurocode, BS EN, and DNV standards
Contribute to early‑stage concept development and applied R&D efforts
Support prototype development and testing, interpreting structural behaviour to refine design assumptions
Communicate design intent clearly to internal teams, external partners, and clients
Perform and review finite element analysis using SAP2000 and ABAQUS

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Master’s or PhD with focus on concrete, marine, or offshore structures (preferred)
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (strongly preferred)
7+ years of structural engineering experience, including reinforced concrete and marine/coastal structures
Strong command of Eurocode, BS EN, DNV, and/or API standards
Experience delivering projects from concept through detailed design and deployment
Strong communication skills in a remote, multidisciplinary environment
Experience with marine energy, offshore structures, or naval architecture is a plus
Proficiency in structural analysis and FEM tools (e.g., SAP2000, ABAQUS)

What You Will Get

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
Employer‑contributed pension scheme
25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
Home‑office equipment and engineering software/tools provided
Flexible remote work with periodic travel to project and fabrication sites
Opportunity to shape Sperra’s UK engineering presence and influence technical strategy
Work on cutting‑edge projects at the intersection of marine infrastructure and advanced manufacturing

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