Senior Structural Engineer - London

BakerHicks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Pension plan with employer match

25 days annual leave

Discount scheme

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Job summary

BakerHicks in London is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex design solutions and mentor junior staff.

You will apply UK design codes, run calculations and models, and work within MDTs on aviation/defence projects while focusing on buildability and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Chartered status or near-chartered.
• Experience with UK design codes and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical capability across foundations and refurb.
• Proficiency in structural design software and BIM tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design packages for small–medium projects or own major elements on larger schemes.
• Produce and review calculations, models, drawings, and specs.
• Apply expert knowledge of UK design codes.
• Carry out detailed analysis using industry‑standard tools.
• Support programmes, report progress, and contribute to bids and fee proposals.
• Bring smart, practical structural solutions that improve buildability and sustainability.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development.

Skills

Foundations – shallow & deep

Structural assessments & refurb

Structural software (TSD/STAAD/Robot/T

MDT collaboration

Sector experience (Aviation/Defence/PR

BIM/Navisworks

CDM & safety

Security/licence requirements

Education

Chartered Structural Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE)

Tools

CSCS card

SC-clearance eligibility

Job description

Step Into a Role That Really Stretches You

We’re looking for a Senior Structural Engineer who loves tackling complex problems, delivering exceptional design work, and helping others grow.

If you want more responsibility, more influence, and more interesting projects - this is it.

What You’ll Do

• Lead structural design packages for small–medium projects or own major elements on larger schemes
• Produce and review calculations, models, drawings, and specs
• Apply expert knowledge of UK design codes
• Carry out detailed analysis using industry‑standard tools
• Support programmes, report progress, and contribute to bids and fee proposals
• Bring smart, practical structural solutions that improve buildability and sustainability
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development

What You Bring

• Chartered Structural Engineer (CEng MIStructE or CEng MICE with strong structural focus) or close to being chartered
• Strong technical capability across:
• Shallow & deep foundations
• Structural assessments and refurb
• High proficiency in TSD, STAAD, Robot or Tedds
• Experience working in integrated multidisciplinary teams
• Sector experience in Aviation, Defence, Power or Custodial (big advantage!)
• BIM and Navisworks knowledge
• Understanding of CDM and structural safety
• CSCS card, SC‑clearance eligibility, full UK driving licence

Why You’ll Love This Role

This isn’t a “keep the wheels turning” job.

You’ll have ownership, visibility, and the chance to apply real structural expertise on projects that push you technically.

Benefits

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

Security Clearance

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Equal Opportunity

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.