Senior Structural Engineer

Position: Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Lichfield

Company Overview:

Our client is a small but established company near Lichfield, specializing in Structural Engineering. With a wealth of experience and longstanding clients, we offer exciting projects and opportunities for career development.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated Structural Engineer to join our team. As a key member, you will be involved in diverse projects, collaborating closely with clients and colleagues. This role offers a competitive salary, career advancement, and the chance to work on projects from conception to completion.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Manage projects from conception to completion
2. Produce calculations for structural materials (steel, concrete, masonry, timber)
3. Prepare drawings using AutoCAD
4. Conduct site visits and attend meetings
5. Select appropriate construction materials
6. Provide technical advice to clients and colleagues
7. Liaise with relevant professionals as part of the design team
8. Monitor and inspect work undertaken by contractors
9. Prepare condition reports of existing structures

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
2. Minimum of ten years relevant work experience
3. MIStructE or MICE qualification, or working towards it
4. Proficient in AutoCAD (minimum of 5 years UK-based experience)
5. Experience with design software such as Tekla TEDDS, Tekla Building Designer, Fastrak Portal on UK projects
6. Experience in steelwork and reinforced concrete design
7. Excellent critical thinking and communication skills
8. Ability to work independently and deliver projects from start to completion

Package on Offer:

1. Competitive salary (£35k to £55k dependent on experience)
2. Company pension scheme
3. 20 days floating holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional days at Christmas
4. Payment of fees to IStructE or ICE where applicable
5. Advancement to Associate Director possible with the right experience