Senior Engineer, Bridges & Structures - UK Wide

Jacobs; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Engineer for its Bridges & Structures team. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative structural solutions across various sectors. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and exhibit strong communication and project management skills. Emphasizing sustainability, the firm values diverse experiences in bridge design or related fields. Join us to make a significant impact in the engineering landscape.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills.
• Candidates may have a background in bridge design, but other disciplines are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams in structural analysis and designs.
• Collaborate to deliver integrated, high-quality services that meet client needs.
• Champion innovation to identify best-value solutions and drive improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Project management

Technical design

Practical problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional qualification

Job description

Senior Engineer, Bridges & Structures - UK Wide As a key member in our Bridges & Structures team, you'll play a critical role in shaping how we deliver value to our clients — supporting our transition to a solutions-focused provider through the adoption of new technologies, lean methodologies, and digital delivery processes. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and decarbonisation, you'll apply your advanced technical expertise, leadership, and organisational skills to deliver innovative structural solutions across highways, rail, aviation, energy, and power sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams in structural analysis, feasibility studies, tender and detailed designs, and the preparation of contract documents and technical reports.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated, high-quality services that meet client needs and exceed expectations.
• Champion innovation and diverse thinking to identify best-value solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with our UK and Global Integrated Delivery teams to optimise resources and ensure efficient, successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline
• A professional qualification (or close to achieving)
• Excellent communication, collaboration and time management skills
• Project management skills related to bridge design or other disciplines
• Strong technical design and practical problem-solving skills
• Candidates may have a background in bridge design, however, we are equally interested to hear from candidates from other disciplines and industries.

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with experience in asset management, structures renewals and post-tensioned structures, including post-tensioned special inspections (PTSI).

Our Structural Solutions capability is part of Jacobs' wider Transportation business, known for delivering technically complex schemes both in the UK and internationally. Our large and diverse team has earned a strong reputation through a portfolio of high-profile projects with clients including High Speed 2, National Highways, Network Rail, Welsh Government, National Contractors & Local Authorities.

Let's build for a brighter future together. If you're ready to lead with purpose, innovate boldly, and make a lasting impact — join our Structural Solutions Group.