Senior Structural Engineer

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established structural steelwork contractor seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to join their growing in-house team in West Yorkshire. This role involves working on a variety of technically complex projects while providing mentorship to junior staff. Candidates should have a strong background in steelwork design and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant role, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow their careers within a stable and respected organization.

Benefits

25 days' holiday + BH

Company pension scheme

Long-term career progression

Professional fees sponsorship for chartership

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in structural or civil engineering.
• Strong background in structural steelwork design.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes and British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and coordination of bespoke steel structures.
• Review and approve technical drawings and project documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers as needed.

Skills

Project Management

Structural Steel Design

Communication

Team Collaboration

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

MasterSeries

Job description

Our client, a long-established and highly respected structural steelwork contractor, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their in-house engineering team based in West Yorkshire. With over 85 years of industry heritage, the company specialises in the design, fabrication, and installation of bespoke steel structures for projects across industrial, commercial, retail and education sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned structural or civil engineer with a strong background in steelwork design and delivery. The role offers the chance to work on complex and technically demanding projects, in a collaborative team environment that values quality, engineering excellence and long-term client relationships. The Structural Engineer will be an experienced professional with proven capability in a similar steelwork-focused environment.

• Lead the design and coordination of bespoke steel structures for industrial, commercial and other sector-specific projects
• Apply in-depth knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards for structural steel design
• Work collaboratively with an in-house design and detailing team
• Review and approve technical drawings, calculations, and project documentation
• Liaise directly with architects, contractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing time, quality and technical delivery
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers where appropriate
• Engage with fabrication and site teams to ensure design intent is maintained through manufacture and installation
• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in structural or civil engineering
• Strong background in structural steelwork design, ideally with experience working for a steelwork contractor or steel fabricator
• Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Tekla Structural Designer, MasterSeries, or similar
• Thorough understanding of relevant design codes, including Eurocode 3 and BS5950
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrable ability to manage workload across multiple live projects
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the financial aspects of design delivery
• A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork and client engagement

Senior Structural Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (details discussed on application)
• 25 days' holiday + BH Company pension scheme
• Long-term career progression
• Established and stable company with over 85 years of trading
• Involvement in high-value, technically varied projects
• Professional fees and Sponsorship for chartership

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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