Senior Structural Engineer

Carrington West Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in London is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to manage various projects from design to completion. The role offers a hybrid working model, collaborative environment, and opportunities to work on landmark structures. Ideal candidates should have chartered status and over 6 years of experience in structural engineering. Excellent benefits and a supportive team await the right individual.

Benefits

Medical cover

Pension

Life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Ability to work from first principles.
• Interest in computational design or parametric modelling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from start to finish as a Senior Structural Engineer.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.
• Develop practical and creative design solutions.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and consultants.
• Contribute to project planning and proposals.

Skills

Technical design skills

Project management

Mentoring junior engineers

Collaborative approach

Education

Chartered status (CEng, MICE, MIStructE)

Tools

Structural analysis software (GSA, SCIA, ETABS)

3D modelling tools (Rhino, Grasshopper)

Job description

Overview

Are you a Senior Structural Engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and bringing ideas to life? We’re looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join a London team that’s passionate about creating buildings and structures with purpose. You’ll be involved in a variety of projects, from footbridges and regeneration schemes to large-scale sustainable developments. The role is hybrid, with three days a week in the office, giving you a balance of collaboration and flexibility.

Why Join This Team?

• You’ll be part of a business that shares its success, reinvesting profits into projects that make a genuine difference.
• You’ll get to work on landmark projects such as the London Velodrome, Chiswick Footbridge, and the Eden Project in Dundee.
• Flexible working options are available, including hybrid arrangements and the chance to work a 9-day fortnight.
• Benefits include medical cover, pension, life assurance, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• You’ll join a friendly, supportive team where collaboration, sustainability, and learning are at the heart of the culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead as a Senior Structural Engineer, managing projects or major parts of larger schemes from start to finish.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, helping them grow in confidence and capability.
• Develop practical and creative design solutions across steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Work directly with clients, architects, and other consultants to turn ideas into reality.
• Contribute to project planning, proposals, and the commercial side of consultancy.

What They’re Looking For

• Chartered status (CEng, MICE, MIStructE) with at least 6 years’ experience.
• Solid technical design skills, with the ability to work from first principles.
• Experience using structural analysis software (GSA, SCIA, ETABS) and 3D modelling tools (Rhino, Grasshopper).
• An interest in computational design, coding, or parametric modelling would be a plus.
• A collaborative, proactive approach with a genuine interest in doing things differently.

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer who wants to develop their career, make a real impact on projects, and work in an environment that values innovation and sustainability. If you’re ready for your next step, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact [e-mail] 02393876214