Scaffolding Design Engineer (All Levels)

Guru; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Guru is seeking Scaffolding Design Engineers at all levels to join their London office. The role involves creating designs, risk assessments, and mentoring, while providing opportunities for professional development in a collaborative and innovative environment. Candidates should have proficiency in scaffolding and a strong foundation in engineering principles.

Benefits

Professional training and mentorship

Dynamic challenges and creative projects

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in designing intricate structures like truss-out scaffolds.
• Familiarity with value engineering and economic impacts for clients.
• Capability to mentor graduate engineers.

Responsibilities

• Generate concept ideas and design calculations.
• Conduct site visits, risk assessments, and CAD drawings.
• Train and mentor team members while managing time effectively.

Skills

Proficient in tube and fittings

System scaffolds design

Understanding of engineering principles

Strong communication skills

Ability to develop and mentor

Job description

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Scaffolding Design Engineer (All Levels), London

Client:

Guru

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

43

Posted:

24.06.2025

Expiry Date:

08.08.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking Scaffolding Design Engineers and Senior Scaffolding Design Engineers to join a specialist engineering consultancy where you will collaborate with talented professionals on impactful projects.

You will craft concept designs and calculations for various projects, supported by a passionate team dedicated to your growth. The company offers technical training and mentorship towards ICE and IStructE membership, fostering your professional development.

Positions are based in the London office (Kings Cross), with seniority determined by experience.

The client is renowned for excellence and innovation, with a portfolio including iconic landmarks, historic sites, infrastructure, demolition, preservation, commercial, and residential projects across the UK. This role offers daily new challenges and opportunities for growth.

As a Scaffolding Design Engineer or Senior Engineer, your responsibilities include generating concept ideas, performing design calculations, creating CAD drawings, conducting risk assessments, visiting sites, and mentoring junior staff. You should excel in visualisation, initiative, and time management, capable of handling simpler projects independently. Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with team members and clients.

Qualifications include:

• Proficiency in tube and fittings, system scaffolds, and basic engineering principles (steel and timber design knowledge is a plus).
• Experience designing complex structures such as truss-out scaffolds, mono- and duo-pitched roofs, and temporary structures.
• Understanding of value engineering and its impact on project costs.
• Confidence and professionalism in communicating ideas.
• Ability to mentor graduate engineers.

For Senior Engineers, additional qualifications include:

• Ability to develop the London client base.
• Skills in setting goals, managing staff performance, and assessing project feasibility based on market demand.

Familiarity with frame analysis and modelling software is advantageous.

Join a dynamic team that values professional growth, collaboration, meaningful work, diverse challenges, and a positive environment. The company supports your career through training, mentorship, and varied projects.