Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

NRL; Knutsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment company is looking for a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer to join their Projects team in Knutsford. This role involves delivering high-quality designs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensures safety across projects. Candidates should have significant design experience ideally in industrial sectors, a relevant engineering degree, and be working towards chartered status. A full UK/EEC driving licence is required, along with eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant Civil or Structural Engineering discipline.
• Significant design experience, ideally in industrial or petrochemical environments.
• Must hold a full UK/EEC driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed civil and structural designs and calculations.
• Supervise drawings production and ensure quality checks.
• Contribute to and lead design reviews.

Skills

Design experience in industrial environments

Knowledge of Eurocodes

Proficient in AutoCAD

Experience with Tekla Structural Designer

Analytical skills

Project risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla Structural Designer

TEDDS

Office 365

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

Location: Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6LE

Department: Projects

Contract Type: 6 months Full-time / Hybrid

Security Clearance: Candidates must have SC in place

Rate: Competitive (based on experience)

About the Role

NRL are looking for a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer to join our client's Projects team based in Knutsford, Cheshire. Reporting to the Lead Civil and Structural Engineer, this is a key role responsible for delivering high-quality engineering designs across a range of projects — with a focus on industrial and petrochemical sectors.

You’ll be hands-on with design development, calculations, and stakeholder engagement, while also mentoring junior engineers and ensuring quality and safety across deliverables. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a critical role in engineering the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed civil and structural designs and calculations.
• Supervise the production of drawings and ensure quality checks are completed.
• Review geotechnical data to inform design decisions.
• Contribute to and lead design reviews.
• Assess environmental impacts and project risks.
• Analyse survey and materials data using modelling software.
• Prepare design documentation in line with project schedules and internal standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend site surveys and support construction and commissioning when required.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant Civil or Structural Engineering discipline.
• Chartered or working towards chartered status (e.g., ICE or IStructE).
• Significant design experience, ideally in industrial or petrochemical environments.
• Expert knowledge of Eurocodes for various material types.
• Strong experience with analytical design tools such as Tekla Structural Designer (TSD) and TEDDS (experience with similar tools also considered).
• Knowledge of safety-critical or regulated environments and related safety case requirements.
• Understanding of Designer and Principal Designer roles under CDM Regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Office 365 (including SharePoint and OneDrive).
• Must hold a full UK/EEC driving licence.
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK and capable of achieving SC clearance.

What We’re Looking For

• A responsible and ethical approach to engineering.
• Innovation and initiative in delivering sustainable design solutions.
• A collaborative attitude with a commitment to inclusion and respect.
• A proactive approach to mentoring and developing others.
• The ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

About NRL

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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