Principal Structural Engineer

Ayesa Engineering - UK and Ireland; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Employer Pension Match Scheme

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Training and Development Programme

Family & Well-Being Support

Sports and Social

Increased annual leave 25 days

Recognition Awards

Job summary

Ayesa Engineering, a global consultancy with a strong UK & Ireland presence, is seeking a Senior/Principal Structural Design Engineer to join the Belfast team. You will lead design teams, liaise with clients, and deliver robust, compliant structures across varied projects.

With a background in Civil/Structural Engineering, Chartered status or progress toward chartership, and proficiency in structural analysis software, you will contribute to high-quality designs within timelines and budgets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership with a relevant institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE).
• Extensive experience in structural engineering design, preferably within consultancy environment.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software
• Strong knowledge of relevant design codes and standards (e.g., Eurocodes, British Standards).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing design teams and delivering projects from conception to completion.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and liaise with clients to ensure projects meet timelines and budgets.
• Design and analyze structures across diverse projects using reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure overall design integrity.
• Prepare technical documentation, contract documents and fee estimates.
• Communicate with clients to understand their sector and build lasting relationships.
• Manage a challenging workload and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Skills

Structural design

Concrete and steel design

Project management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Communication skills

Independent working

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Chartered Engineer status / progression

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Division: Infrastructure

Location: Belfast

Ayesa Engineering is a global consultancy with more than 3,200 employees. Its UK & Ireland business combines the strength and resources of an international organisation with the agility and autonomy typically associated with an SME.

Operating in 16 countries across 40 disciplines, Ayesa Engineering generates annual revenues of approximately €312 million and has established a strong international reputation across a broad range of engineering sectors. Its expertise spans water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.

The UK & Ireland teams deliver technically complex and varied projects that enable professionals to develop broad expertise rather than being confined to highly specialised roles. This provides the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, technical knowledge, and career development opportunities of a well-established global consultancy.

What You Will Be Doing

Join our leading engineering firm at the forefront of innovative structural design solutions. Our company prides itself on delivering high-quality, sustainable, and efficient engineering solutions across a range of projects. We are seeking a talented Senior Structural Design Engineer to join our team in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and contribute to our continued success in delivering exceptional engineering services.

As a Senior/Principal Structural Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and analysis of various structures across a diverse range of projects. You will be responsible for leading design teams, liaising with clients, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards within agreed timelines and budgets. Your expertise will be instrumental in providing innovative solutions and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will bring

• Experience in delivering detailed design engineering solutions, drawings and specifications for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry structures.
• Competent in foundation and retaining wall design, temporary works, implementation and interpretation of site investigations.
• Have a proven track record of achievements in technical, commercial and project management whilst working in a fast-paced engineering consultancy environment.
• Preparation of technical documentation, contract documents and fee estimates.
• Able to work in collaboration with other engineering disciplines to ensure the integrity of the overall design.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and gain a good understanding of their sector to foster effective and enduring relationships.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.

Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership with a relevant institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE).

Extensive experience in structural engineering design, preferably within consultancy environment.

Proficiency in structural analysis software

Strong knowledge of relevant design codes and standards (e.g., Eurocodes, British Standards).

Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing design teams and delivering projects from conception to completion.

Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet project deadlines.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well-being:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.
• Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.
• Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.