Senior Structural Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK structural steelwork provider is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer in Southampton. This role offers an opportunity to work on technically demanding projects in a supportive, employee-owned environment, promoting professional growth and the use of cutting-edge design technologies.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive, employee-owned business environment

Challenging and innovative projects

Chance to work with cutting-edge design technologies

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in structural steelwork design.
• Working towards incorporated or chartered status.
• Ability to produce manual and software design calculations.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects independently or with the design team.
• Coordinate information with clients, engineers, and architects.
• Attend and conduct project meetings.

Skills

Structural steelwork design

Design software proficiency

Knowledge of British and European design standards

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tekla Portal Designer

S-Frame

Idea Statica

Job description

Job Title: Senior Structural Design Engineer

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

About Our Client:

A leading UK structural steelwork provider with an impressive 50-year legacy, this pioneering company stands at the forefront of engineering excellence. As an employee-owned business, they've built an exceptional reputation founded on four core principles: Safety, Compliance, Quality, and People. Their team comprises the most skilled professionals in the industry, with many talented individuals growing their careers from entry-level positions to senior roles within the organisation.

Uniquely positioned as one of the few companies in the UK with execution Class 4 accreditation, they tackle the most technically demanding projects across diverse sectors including Energy, Defence, and Sports. With strategic ambitions for growth and an unwavering commitment to engineering excellence, they are seeking a top-tier talent to join their dynamic team.

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 structural steelwork frame, member, and connection design
• Proficiency in design software including Tekla Structural Designer, Tekla Portal Designer, Masterseries, S-Frame, and Idea Statica
• Ability to produce both manual and software design calculations
• Strong knowledge of British and European design standards/codes

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects independently or collaboratively within the design team
• Work to company QA procedures and design budgets
• Coordinate information with clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors
• Attend and conduct project meetings
• Contribute to continuous business improvement

Why Join Our Client?

• Work with industry-leading professionals in structural engineering
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive, employee-owned business environment
• Challenging and innovative projects across multiple sectors
• Chance to work with cutting-edge design technologies

Additional Beneficial Experience:

• Temporary works design experience
• Previous work with UK-based steelwork fabricators

If you're looking to take the next step in your career with an innovative, growth-oriented company, we want to hear from you!