Scaffold Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wakefield seeks a Scaffolding Design Engineer. This role involves designing complex scaffolding solutions, collaborating on projects, and mentoring junior engineers. With a competitive salary of £35,000 plus benefits, it offers excellent career growth opportunities in a design-led environment.

Benefits

Private medical cover

8% employer pension contribution

Annual profit share bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience in scaffolding and shoring systems design.
• Familiarity with BS 5975 and Eurocodes.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing scaffolding and shoring systems for projects across the UK.
• Supporting tender proposals and delivering design solutions.
• Collaborating with project engineers and overseeing site implementation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative working

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (BSc minimum)

Tools

AutoCAD

RSTAB

Job description

Job DescriptionScaffolding Design Engineer | Wakefield | £35,000 + Private Medical + 8% Pension + Bonus Scheme + 25 Days Holiday + Xmas Shutdown

Looking for a role that blends technical challenge, real-world impact and industry progression? This is a rare opportunity to join the specialist design team of a major international engineering firm, delivering complex temporary works and bespoke scaffolding & shoring solutions for projects across the UK. Based in Wakefield, you’ll be part of an elite group driving innovative structural support designs, using cutting-edge tools like RSTAB and AutoCAD in a business renowned for quality engineering.

With a generous benefits package that includes private medical cover through Healthshield, an enhanced 8% employer pension contribution, annual profit share bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays, with 5 reserved for a Christmas shutdown), this role is a fantastic platform to grow your career in a highly respected organisation.

The successful Scaffolding Design Engineer will be responsible for:

• Designing specialist scaffolding and shoring systems for advanced temporary works projects across the UK.
  
  
  




• Supporting tender proposals, contributing to product development, and delivering design solutions in line with Eurocodes and NASC guidance.
  
  
  




• Collaborating with project engineers, site teams, and international technical offices to resolve engineering and safety-critical challenges.
  
  
  




• Visiting project sites occasionally to oversee implementation and ensure engineering integrity.
  
  
  




• Using structural analysis tools such as RSTAB, AutoCAD and design programs to produce accurate, optimised technical drawings.
  
  
  




• Supporting the engineering team on special solution projects and mentoring junior engineers.
  
  
  




• Maintaining a focus on health and safety, programme schedules, and technical excellence throughout the design process.
  
  
  

We’re looking for a Scaffolding Design Engineer with:

• A degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (BSc minimum).
  
  
  




• Strong practical experience in the design of scaffolding and shoring systems, including familiarity with BS 5975 and Eurocodes.
  
  
  




• A solid grasp of AutoCAD and structural analysis tools (RSTAB experience highly advantageous).
  
  
  




• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK health and safety standards.
  
  
  




• Previous experience working on temporary works or complex structural support designs within construction or infrastructure projects.
  
  
  




• Excellent attention to detail, collaborative working style, and a proactive attitude toward innovative design.
  
  
  

Why Apply?

This is your chance to step into a technically rewarding role within a high-calibre engineering team, supported by strong benefits and long-term progression opportunities. You’ll be working in a design-led environment that values creativity, practical thinking, and collaboration.

Interested? Apply now by submitting your CV online, or get in touch to discuss the role further:
Call us on 01723 347790
Email your CV to [e-mail]
Or apply directly through this job board.