Principal Structural Engineer

Fusion People Ltd; Northallerton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in North Yorkshire is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer. This role involves leading structural design solutions and managing project workflows while ensuring compliance with UK standards. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and have extensive experience in design with strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a variety of benefits to support a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 6% pension contribution

Flexible working system

Good maternity leave package

Cycle2work scheme

Discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry design.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop structural design solutions.
• Produce calculations and design specifications.
• Manage project workflows and budgets.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee construction phases.

Skills

Civil or Structural Engineering expertise

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in design software

Understanding of building design

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

TEDDS

Tekla Structural Designer

Job description

Overview

Principal Structural Engineer

Location: North Yorkshire | Company: Multidisciplinary Consultancy | Type: Full-Time | Permanent (Hybrid - 2 days WFH) | Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience working on building structures.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave per year
• Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution
• Hybrid working to support you in a healthy work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development through varying 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

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