Principal Structural Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Structural Design Engineer to enhance their Structures team in Birmingham. This role focuses on managing low to medium rise residential and commercial projects, emphasizing sustainable design and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Civil or Structural Engineering, with expertise in foundations and various structural designs. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and continuous learning, where your contributions are valued and supported. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning support

Clear career pathway

Flexible working options

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, ideally chartered or working towards chartership.
• Experience in design of various structures and residential market.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver residential foundation and superstructure projects.
• Conduct site visits, structural surveys, and investigations.

Skills

Design of foundations

Structural investigations

Leadership and management

Decision-making ability

Proficiency with Tekla

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Proficiency with Revit

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Principal Structural Design Engineer, Birmingham

Client: RPS Group

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3162dbaa3130

Job Views: 14

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Principal Structural Design Engineer

RPS is seeking an experienced Principal Structural Design Engineer to join our Structures team, servicing clients across London, Milton Keynes, and the Midlands. Our focus is on low to medium rise residential development and structural investigations.

About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects in various sectors, including residential, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, manufacturing, data centres, and energy. We prioritize sustainable design, material efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and digitalization to enhance client experience from concept to completion.

What you’ll be doing: You will manage and deliver residential foundation and superstructure projects, including low and medium rise housing and commercial developments. Your responsibilities include:

• Assisting senior management in team leadership
• Managing projects independently
• Handling project financials and fee quotations
• Leading staff and coordinating with consultants
• Developing engineering teams
• Collaborating with stakeholders and clients
• Conducting site visits, structural surveys, investigations, and repairs

Who we’re looking for: A candidate with a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, ideally chartered with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent, or working towards chartership. You should have experience in:

• Design of foundations, masonry, concrete, steel, and timber structures per Eurocodes
• Residential market experience, including traditional and framed structures
• Structural investigations, including for the Building Safety Act
• Proficiency with Tekla, AutoCAD, Revit
• Leadership and management skills
• Decision-making ability, motivation, and innovation drive

What’s in it for you? We support continuous learning, offer a clear career pathway, promote diversity and inclusion, and provide flexible working options to suit your needs. Join us for a rewarding career where you are valued and supported.

What happens next? Interested? Contact Parv Sandhu at RPS. We are part of Tetra Tech, a global leader with over 28,000 employees, committed to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a respectful, innovative workplace.