Principal Structural Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Middlesbrough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead design solutions for diverse projects. The role involves collaboration with a design team, managing project workflows, and ensuring compliance with UK standards. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme up to 6% contribution

Flexible working system

Good maternity leave package

Cycle2work scheme

Discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Proven ability to work independently on surveys, designs, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop structural design solutions for varied sectors.
• Manage multiple project workflows, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

TEDDS

Tekla Structural Designer

Job description

Job Description

Principal Structural Engineer

Location: North Yorkshire

Company: Multidisciplinary Consultancy

Type: Full-Time | Permanent (Hybrid - 2 days WFH)

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Principal Structural Engineer Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
• Annual leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to purchase up to 10 additional days per year
• Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution
• Hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development through varied project work
• Flexible working system allowing team members to accrue 1.5 days flexi time per month
• Good maternity leave package
• Cycle2work scheme
• Discounts from leading retailers

The Role

1. Lead and develop structural design solutions for both superstructures and substructures across varied sectors and challenging sites.
2. Collaborate within a multi-discipline design team to deliver constructable, cost-effective, and client-focused outcomes.
3. Produce detailed calculations and design specifications using hand calculations and software tools such as AutoCAD, TEDDS, and Tekla Structural Designer.
4. Manage multiple project workflows, budgets, and timelines while supporting junior engineers.
5. Conduct site surveys, attend project meetings, respond to technical queries, and oversee construction phases.
6. Undertake structural condition assessments and provide remediation reports.
7. Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and relevant UK and European standards.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Extensive post-qualification experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry design.
• Proficiency in relevant design software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Proven ability to work independently on surveys, designs, and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills and a full UK driving license.

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