Senior Design Engineer

Benjamin Grace; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Rotherham seeks a skilled Structural Engineer to lead scaffolding design and provide technical support on projects. You will mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with relevant regulations while collaborating with project teams. The role offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and support for professional development and chartership in a flexible, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonuses

Company mobile phone and car

Support for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative, supportive environment

Qualifications

• Chartered or near-chartered status preferred (ICE, IStructE, or equivalent).
• Experience in scaffolding, temporary works, or structural design required.
• Strong knowledge of TG20, BS5975, Eurocodes, and CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and verification of scaffolding and structural support systems.
• Produce engineering drawings, calculations, and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and design technicians.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver effective solutions.

Skills

Scaffolding design

Temporary works design

Structural design

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and verification of scaffolding, temporary works, and structural support systems.

Produce detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.

Mentor and supervise junior engineers and design technicians.

Collaborate with project teams to deliver safe, practical, and cost-effective solutions.

Conduct site visits to assess conditions and provide technical support.

Review and approve engineering calculations, risk assessments, and method statements.

Ensure compliance with TG20, BS5975, CDM regulations, and other standards.

Identify process improvements and contribute to business development initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related field.

Chartered or near-chartered status preferred (ICE, IStructE, or equivalent).

Experience in scaffolding, temporary works, or structural design.

Strong knowledge of TG20, BS5975, Eurocodes, and CDM regulations.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, or scaffold-specific modelling tools.

Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Confident in conducting site visits and liaising with project teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonuses

Company mobile phone and car

Support for professional development and chartership

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative, supportive environment

Pension and benefits package

This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin-Grace who are operating as an Employment Agency