Senior Structural Engineer

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support through professional development

Support through Chartership

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer in Glasgow. You will lead the design and analysis of structural projects, ensuring compliance with UK standards and Eurocodes, while mentoring junior engineers. The role offers a competitive salary of £45k to £55k, hybrid working, and support for professional development and chartership. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and possess strong experience within a consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively pursuing chartership.
• Strong experience in structural design within a consultancy.
• Solid understanding of Eurocodes and UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis for various projects.
• Manage design activities within multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Robot

ETABS

Job description

Morgan Hunt is working with a consultancy in Glasgow to add a Senior Structural Design Engineer to their growing team. The role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, residential, infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects. You will take technical ownership of complex designs, contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions, and support a dynamic engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of projects using steel, concrete, timber, and masonry
• Prepare and review detailed calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports
• Manage and coordinate design activities within multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and efficient delivery
• Ensure designs comply with UK standards, Eurocodes, and project-specific requirements
• Undertake design checks and peer reviews, including oversight of subcontractor and third‑party designs
• Provide technical guidance and leadership on projects from concept through to construction
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technicians
• Contribute to innovation, value engineering, and sustainable design approaches

Requirements

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or actively working towards chartership (e.g., with ICE or IStructE)
• Strong experience in structural design within a consultancy environment
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, ETABS, or similar)
• Solid understanding of Eurocodes and UK design standards
• Experience working across multiple sectors and on a variety of project scales
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary (£45k‑£55k) and benefits package
• Hybrid working
• Support through professional development
• Support through Chartership

Please get in touch for further information.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.