Senior Structural/Civil Engineer - Outside IR35

Kent; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly employment policies

Flexible working arrangements

Employee networks for diverse backgrounds

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil / Structural Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves working on FEED and Detailed Engineering projects in sectors such as oil & gas, green energy, and biofuels. The ideal candidate should have relevant engineering qualifications, experience in civil/structural engineering, and familiarity with relevant software and industry standards. Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity are part of the company's culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Civil / Structural Engineering required.
• Experience in engineering for hydrocarbon-related projects.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design aspects for FEED and Detailed Engineering projects.
• Conduct Civil / Structural calculations.
• Prepare technical reports and specifications.

Skills

Civil / Structural Engineering

FEED project experience

Knowledge of industry standards

Engineering software proficiency

Education

Engineering degree in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

Staad Pro

Job description

Overview

Senior Civil / Structural Engineer – Outside IR35 at Kent. Kent is looking for a Senior Civil / Structural Engineer to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We are seeking a candidate with experience in civil/structural engineering for projects in the oil & gas, process plants, green energy and biofuels sectors, both in the UK and overseas. This role involves FEED and Detailed Engineering projects, and requires collaboration across disciplines to deliver high-quality engineering outputs.

Key Deliverables

• Civil / Structural engineering and design aspects for FEED and Detailed Engineering projects
• Oil & Gas and Process Plants projects in UK and overseas
• Green Energy and Biofuels projects in UK and overseas
• Civil / Structural calculations
• Sketches and drawings
• Review and checking of engineering deliverables
• Specifications
• Technical reports
• Scopes of work
• Inputs to drawings and 3D models
• Preparation of MTOs
• Misc technical documentation
• Scope applicable to Civil Works, Piling, Foundations, Steel Structures and Industrial Buildings

Key Requirements

• Engineering degree, honours or equivalent in Civil / Structural Engineering (minimum)
• Chartered Engineer or member of an appropriate professional organization
• Experience in Civil/Structural Engineering related to structures supporting hydrocarbon projects
• FEED, detailed design and EPC projects
• Knowledge and experience of applicable international and industry specifications, standards and codes
• Technical knowledge in the engineering and design of foundations, piling, reinforced concrete structures, steel structures and buildings
• Complementary knowledge of civil and underground engineering and design
• Hands-on experience with engineering software and tools relevant to Civil / Structural Engineering; Staad Pro experience preferred

About Kent and Equality

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. From day one, we offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We are a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs guide us: we tackle the energy challenge with responsibility and ambition. We believe in playing big, emotional agility, performance, and infinite thinking, and we strive to create a culture of inclusivity and belonging across our teams and communities.

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