Senior Structural Engineer

Curtins; Kendal; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICE/IStructE chartership support

Diverse regional projects

CPD and career development

Job summary

Curtins is seeking a Project or Senior Structural Engineer to lead the structural team in delivering a wide range of projects from Kendal. The role focuses on day-to-day engineering leadership, client and design-team meetings, and guiding junior staff.

You will collaborate with our BIM and technician teams, perform analyses for low-rise framed structures, and ensure compliance with Eurocodes and UK regulations. A clear path for progression is offered within a friendly, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of building structures design across multiple sectors.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Confident communicator able to lead client and design team meetings.
• Proven experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers.
• Proficiency with hand calculations and structural design software.
• Good working knowledge of the Eurocodes and UK building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and delivery of projects from concept through to construction stage.
• Manage day-to-day project coordination and represent the practice at meetings with clients, design teams, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Provide line management and technical guidance to an early-career engineer supporting your projects.
• Collaborate closely with our in-house technician/BIM team to produce coordinated structural information.
• Undertake structural analysis and design of low-rise framed structures in steel, concrete, timber and masonry.
• Carry out structural assessments, refurbishment design and alterations to existing buildings, including heritage projects.
• Produce clear reports, specifications and design calculations (hand and software-based).
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes, UK building regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Work effectively within BIM protocols and contribute to model-based design workflows.
• Support project programmes, budgets and quality standards while managing your own workload.

Skills

Independent work

Lead client meetings

Mentor junior engineers

Hand calculations

Structural design software

Eurocodes knowledge

UK building regs knowledge

Clear communication

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Tedds

Tekla Structural Designer

BIM Level 2

Job description

Who We Are

Curtins are an employee owned and award winning engineering consultancy. We take pride in the positive impact we make on the world around us and have delivered practical and innovative solutions for over 60 years, building a better future for everyone.

Our Kendal office is a 15-strong multidisciplinary team delivering civil engineering, structural engineering, flood risk, and BIM/technician services. We operate across Cumbria, Lancashire and the wider North West, supporting projects ranging from £50k to £80m in value.

Our workload is diverse and spans education, healthcare, commercial, residential and conservation/heritage sectors. The team includes active members of ICE and IStructE, with reviewers and mentors able to provide hands‑on support for professional development and chartership.

Joining Curtins means more than just being involved in project delivery – it means becoming part of a warm and welcoming team, where your skills can evolve, your career is nurtured and we work together to create a lasting legacy.

The Role

We are seeking a Project or Senior Structural Engineer to join the structural team and take a leading role in the delivery of a wide variety of projects. The successful candidate will act as the day‑to‑day engineering lead, working with minimal supervision and representing the company at external design and progress meetings.

The position will be tailored to suit the successful candidate’s experience and offers excellent scope for progression

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and delivery of projects from concept through to construction stage.

• Manage day‑to‑day project coordination and represent the practice at meetings with clients, design teams, contractors and other stakeholders.

• Provide line management and technical guidance to an early‑career engineer supporting your projects.

• Collaborate closely with our in‑house technician/BIM team to produce coordinated structural information.

• Undertake structural analysis and design of low‑rise framed structures in steel, concrete, timber and masonry.

• Carry out structural assessments, refurbishment design and alterations to existing buildings, including work on heritage and conservation projects.

• Produce clear and concise reports, specifications and design calculations (both hand calculations and software‑based).

• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes, UK building regulations and relevant industry standards.

• Work effectively within BIM protocols and contribute to model‑based design workflows.

• Support project programmes, budgets and quality standards while managing your own workload.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).

• Strong understanding of building structures design across multiple sectors.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Confident communicator able to lead client and design team meetings.

• Proven experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers.

• Proficiency with hand calculations and structural design software.

• Good working knowledge of the Eurocodes and UK building regulations.

Desirable

• Experience with Tekla Tedds and Tekla Structural Designer (TSD) or comparable analysis/design tools.

• Experience working in BIM Level 2 or structured BIM environments.

• Refurbishment, conservation or heritage project experience.

• Working towards Chartered status (CEng/MIStructE/ MICE or equivalent), or already Chartered.

Above all the right fit will be guided by what is right when making decisions, who recognises the contribution of others and shares their successes. Someone who is kind, conscientious and has pride in their work and the legacy our profession leaves for everyone.

What we offer

• Active support from ICE and IStructE members, including reviewers, for chartership progression.

• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across the region.

• Collaborative, friendly multidisciplinary working environment.

• Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities.

• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop into a more senior role.

• Industry leading benefits - Including 5* Holiday Lodges!

• Award winning training and development programmes

• Take a look at our Careers page to find out more about our structured training programmes and Employee Extras

• We are a Investors in People - Platinum accredited company, a standard currently held by fewer than 1% of IIP accredited organisations!

• To find out more about us check out Curtins' News & Views

We value diversity and respect all differences in people.

If you have any questions, would like to discuss any adjustments to the application process or would just like some more information please contact us using the chat function or email [e-mail]