Senior Structural Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel construction firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer due to a pipeline of complex projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years' experience in structural steel design, demonstrate proficiency in necessary software, and be capable of mentoring junior engineers. This role offers generous holidays, a pension, and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Company pension: 5% employer / 3% employee contributions

Life assurance

Flexitime options

Performance-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in UK-based structural steel design.
• Proven experience in steelwork frame and connection design.
• Strong knowledge of British and European design standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality structural designs for steel frameworks.
• Conduct calculations to British and Eurocode standards.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients throughout projects.

Skills

Structural design

Steelwork frame design

Calculations

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Masterseries

S-Frame

IDEA StatiCa

Job description

Job Description

Is it time for a career change?

Aspion Search is proud to represent a steel construction company in their search for a Senior Structural Design Engineer to join their design team due to a continued pipeline of high-profile, technically demanding projects.

The Business:

• A well-established, family-run firm with over 50 years of industry excellence
• Specialists in structural steelwork with a reputation for innovation and reliability
• Known for delivering complex steel structures across major UK sectors – from infrastructure to commercial development

The Role of the Senior Structural Design Engineer:

They are looking to strengthen their design team with a senior-level engineer to take on high-profile and complex structural projects.

Here’s how:

• Deliver high-quality structural designs for steel frameworks and complex connections
• Conduct manual and software-based calculations to British and Eurocode standards
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients throughout project lifecycles
• Maintain effective client relationships to support repeat business and referrals
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Attend design meetings and contribute to technical discussions

About You:

• Degree qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (ideally working toward Chartered status)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in UK-based structural steel design
• Proven experience in steelwork frame and connection design
• Proficient in Tekla Structural Designer, Masterseries, S-Frame, IDEA StatiCa
• Strong knowledge of British and European design standards
• Confident producing both manual and software-based calculations
• Experience in temporary works design (desirable)
• Previous experience with a UK-based steelwork fabricator (essential)

Benefits of the Senior Structural Design Engineer:

• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown)
• Company pension: 5% employer / 3% employee contributions
• Life assurance
• Flexitime options
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• A collaborative, technically driven team environment where your ideas matter

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today.

Please get in touch with Adele Lewis or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

Call: 0151 209 2050

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