Senior Structural Engineer

Zodiac Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Chartership support

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Zodiac Recruitment in London is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead the structural design and analysis across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality solutions and technically owning complex designs. The role requires a Chartered Engineer or active path to chartership, strong UK Eurocode knowledge, and proficiency with Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, or ETABS.

You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery on projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards chartership.
• Strong experience in structural design within a consultancy environment.
• Proficiency in Eurocodes and UK design standards.

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.

Skills

Structural design

Leadership

Project management

Communication

UK design standards

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Robot

ETABS

Job description

Senior Structural Design Engineer

Salary: £49,000- £60,000

Location: London

Ref: MAR621

I am working with a consultancy in London who are looking to add a Senior Structural Design Engineer to their growing team. You will get the chance to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, residential, infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects. This role offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of complex designs, contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions, and support the growth of 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 (£49k - £60k) and benefits package
• Hybrid working
• Support through professional development
• Support through Chartership