Senior Structural Engineer (Part Time Available)

ICE Recruit; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil and structural consultancy in Exeter is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer with extensive experience in structural design. This role emphasizes hands-on design work where you will also support junior engineers. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible working options, and a collaborative team environment focused on practical engineering solutions.

Benefits

Salary circa £50,000 depending on experience

Part time and flexible working options available

Supportive team environment

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant structural design experience.
• Chartered status desirable but not essential based on experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards and Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce structural calculations, designs, and drawings for projects.
• Prepare reports, specifications, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate with clients and ensure compliance with UK standards.

Skills

Structural design

Team mentorship

Detail orientation

Reliability

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

CAD tools

Job description

Location: Exeter
Type: Full time or part time
Salary: Up to £50,000

About the Company

A long established civil and structural consultancy delivering practical engineering solutions across residential, commercial and industrial projects. The team values steady delivery, dependable technical expertise and a collaborative approach.

The Role

The consultancy is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer who enjoys hands on design and supporting junior colleagues. This position would best suit an experienced individual who enjoys steady, focused work and flexibility, and is comfortable contributing as a long-term specialist as opposed to seeking progression to a managerial position.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce structural calculations, designs and drawings for buildings and civil structures
• Prepare reports, design notes, specifications and supporting documents
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, clients and internal engineers
• Carry out site inspections and surveys where required
• Provide informal guidance and design checking for junior engineers and technicians
• Ensure all work aligns with UK standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage individual project tasks and maintain accurate documentation

About the Candidate

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• Ideally 8+ years of relevant structural design experience
• Chartered status desirable but not essential subject to experience
• Competent in steel, concrete, masonry and timber
• Familiar with structural analysis software and common CAD tools
• Strong working knowledge of UK design standards and Building Regs
• Reliable, detail focused and comfortable working independently
• Supportive team member who is thrives mentoring junior engineers towards reaching their full potential

Benefits

• Salary circa £50,000 depending on experience
• Part time and flexible working options available
• Varied project workload
• Supportive team environment focused on practical engineering
• Benefits package

Part Time

There is the option for this to be a part time position, working 3-4 days per week or 'school hours' subject to availability. Get in touch to discuss your specific requirements.