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Senior Structural Engineer - Steel

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited

Leeds

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2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the structural steelwork industry is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in West Yorkshire. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, providing mentorship to junior engineers and ensuring design quality throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in steelwork design and project management skills.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday + BH

Company pension scheme

Long-term career progression

Professional fees and 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 the design and coordination of bespoke steel structures.
Review and approve technical drawings and calculations.
Liaise with architects, contractors, and clients throughout projects.

Skills

Project Management

Steelwork Design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

MasterSeries

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Principal Recruitment Consultant - Civil and Structural Engineering

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 willbe 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

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Engineering and Design
Industries
Civil Engineering, Construction, and Building Construction

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