Scaffolding Design Engineer (All Levels)

Guru; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering consultancy in London is seeking Scaffolding Design Engineers and Senior Scaffolding Design Engineers. The role involves crafting concept designs, conducting calculations, and mentoring graduate engineers. You will be supported in professional growth with technical training and mentorship towards chartered membership. Ideal candidates are proficient in scaffolding design and possess strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team and work on innovative projects within an environment focused on collaboration and developing expertise.

Benefits

Professional mentorship

Opportunities for career advancement

Engaging projects in various sectors

Qualifications

• Proficient in tube and fittings and understanding fundamental engineering principles.
• Skilled in designing complex structures such as truss-out scaffolds and temporary buildings.
• Experience in value engineering and understanding economic impacts on client costs.
• Confident in sharing ideas with team and clients.
• Ability to develop and mentor graduate engineers.

Responsibilities

• Generate concept ideas, design calculations, CAD drawings, and risk assessments.
• Conduct site visits, training, and mentoring.
• Manage simpler projects independently and adapt to client needs.

Skills

Proficient in tube and fittings

Skilled in designing intricate structures

Value engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Mentoring graduate engineers

Tools

Frame analysis software

Modelling software packages

Job description

£ – £

We are seeking Scaffolding Design Engineers and Senior Scaffolding Design Engineers to join a specialist engineering consultancy where you will get the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals on projects that make a difference.

Get ready to dive into crafting concept designs and calculations for a range of exciting projects! Plus, you’ll be supported by their passionate team dedicated to the growth of their engineers. With a chartered Associate Director solely focused on technical training and active mentorships towards ICE and IStructE membership to become chartered, your development knows no bounds.

Positions are in the London office (Kings Cross) with seniority determined based on knowledge and experience .

With a track record of excellence and innovation, our client are renowned trailblazers, driven by a relentless passion for success. From iconic landmarks to historic gems, theyve left their mark on prestigious projects across the UK. With a diverse portfolio spanning infrastructure, demolition, historic preservation, commercial, and residential sectors, every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.

As a Scaffolding Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer, you’ll generate concept ideas, design calculations, CAD drawings, risk assessments, site visits, training, and mentoring. Youll excel in visualising solutions, taking initiative, and managing time effectively, handling simpler projects independently. Multi-tasking and thriving under pressure are essential, as is quickly adapting to client needs. Your strong communication skills will help you confidently share ideas with the team and clients, representing both with professionalism.

To qualify

You should be a Scaffolding Design Engineer / Senior Scaffolding Design Engineer / Scaffold Construction Engineer / Scaffold Designer / Scaffold Engineer / Scaffolding Engineer / Scaffolding Design Specialist / Scaffold Design Coordinator / Scaffold Design Consultant / Scaffold Design Manager or similar with a CV that demonstrates :

• You are proficient in tube and fittings, system scaffolds, and fundamental engineering principles (steel and timber design beneficial).
• You are skilled in designing intricate and complex structures (e.g., truss-out scaffold, mono-pitched roofs, duo-pitched roofs, temporary buildings).
• Experience in value engineering and understanding the economic impacts on client costs.
• You are confident and professional in sharing ideas with team and clients
• The ability to develop and mentor graduate engineers.

In addition, the Senior Scaffolding Design Engineer will demonstrate :

• Experience reviewing designs, preparing quotes, managing deadlines, and writing design briefs.
• The ability to develop the London office client base.
• You are skilled in setting goals, overseeing staff performance, and planning project feasibility based on market demand.

Familiarity with frame analysis and / or modelling software packages would be a bonus.

Join their team and be part of an innovative environment where professional growth, collaboration, impactful work, dynamic challenges, rewarding benefits, and a positive atmosphere come together. They encourage creativity and offer support for your career advancement through training, mentorship, and diverse projects.