Principal Structural Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company in Sheffield is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to undertake structural design calculations and liaise with clients. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Structural Engineering and a minimum of 7 years' experience. This role offers a salary between £48,000 and £58,000, hybrid working, and various benefits including a personal pension plan and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Payment of a relevant professional subscription

Life Assurance Policy and Healthcare Cash plan

Personal Pension Plan with Employer's contribution of 5%

Individual training and professional development plan

Income protection scheme

Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' post qualification experience.
• Driving license required.
• Good IT skills including basic understanding of AutoCAD and Word.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural design calculations in various materials.
• Design in accordance with British Standards / Eurocodes.
• Liaise with clients to ensure designs meet the brief.
• Supervise trial hole investigations and undertake inspections.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla

AutoCAD

CADS

Tedds

Job description

Job Introduction

Principal Structural Engineer required to join a structural, civil and building engineering company based out of their Sheffield office. The Company are continuously growing and now require a Structural Engineer to join their engineering team. The company's structural engineering division delivers excellent service by a willingness to be open-minded and innovative in resolving solutions, so a quick minded and problem-solving individual would be advantageous. My client is currently working on a range of projects and it would be an excellent opportunity for a Structural Engineer to progress their career.

Salary & Benefits

Salary £48,000 - £58,000 (dependent on experience)

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working
• Payment of a relevant professional subscription
• Life Assurance Policy and Healthcare Cash plan
• Personal Pension Plan, with Employer's contribution of 5%
• An individual training and professional development plan
• Income protection scheme and Private Healthcare

Job Overview

• Undertake structural design calculations in a variety of materials including steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Design in accordance with British Standards / Eurocodes.
• Understanding of technical design packages including Tekla, CADS, and Tedds to support the design process.
• Produce basic AutoCAD drawings when required.
• Liaise with clients and team members to ensure the designs meet the clients brief.
• In addition to design tasks, you may be required to supervise trial hole investigations and undertake visual structural inspections.
• Assist in mentoring of more Junior Engineers.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Structural / Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years' post qualification experience.
• Good IT skills including basic understanding of AutoCAD and Word.
• Good working knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards in design of structures.
• Driving license.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills in order to handle multiple projects at any one time.