Senior Structural Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK structural steelwork provider is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer. With a focus on safety and engineering excellence, the role involves managing projects, designing steel structures, and collaborating with various stakeholders. This opportunity offers growth in a supportive, employee-owned environment with a chance to engage in challenging projects using innovative design technologies.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive, employee-owned environment

Engage in challenging, innovative projects

Work with industry-leading professionals

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience in structural steelwork design.
• Working towards incorporated or chartered status.
• Extensive experience in frame, member, and connection design.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects independently or within the design team.
• Follow company QA procedures and budgets.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors.

Skills

Structural steelwork design

Frame, member, and connection design

Design calculations

Knowledge of British and European design standards

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tekla Portal Designer

Masterseries

S-Frame

Idea Statica

Job description

Job Title: Senior Structural Design Engineer

Location:

Halifax or Billingham Offices, United Kingdom

About Our Client:

A leading UK structural steelwork provider with a 50-year legacy, committed to engineering excellence. An employee-owned business focusing on Safety, Compliance, Quality, and People, with a team of highly skilled professionals. They are accredited with execution Class 4 and work on demanding projects across sectors like Energy, Defence, and Sports.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience in structural steelwork design
• Degree-educated, working towards incorporated or chartered status
• Extensive experience in frame, member, and connection design
• Proficiency in Tekla Structural Designer, Tekla Portal Designer, Masterseries, S-Frame, and Idea Statica
• Ability to produce manual and software-based design calculations
• Strong knowledge of British and European design standards

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects independently or within the design team
• Follow company QA procedures and budgets
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors
• Attend and lead project meetings
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives

Why Join Our Client?

• Work with industry-leading professionals
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Supportive, employee-owned environment
• Engage in challenging, innovative projects
• Use cutting-edge design technologies

Additional Beneficial Experience:

• Temporary works design experience
• Experience with UK steelwork fabricators

If you're ready to advance your career with an innovative, growth-oriented company, we want to hear from you!