Structural Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is looking for a Senior Structures Engineer to join their expanding Consulting Structures Team. This role involves leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to successful infrastructure solutions. The opportunity presents a dynamic working environment with flexible arrangements and a strong focus on career development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme with company contributions

Flexible benefits, including extra leave and gym discounts

Health cash plans and wellbeing programs

Community Involvement Days for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience and expertise in the Structures field, likely gained in an Engineer role or equivalent.
• Ownership of deliverables, with capability to review them to a reasonable standard.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team and producing sound engineering solutions.
• Preparing and checking designs, calculations, and documentation.
• Managing a small, locally based technical team and their workload.

Skills

Experience in the Structures field

Proficiency with relevant software

Understanding of CDM and risk assessment

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject

Incorporated or Chartered status with ICE or IStructE

Job description

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Client:

Amey

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Bradley Stoke, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working with us, you'll deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by strong values based on safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have fantastic opportunities for permanent Lead Structures Engineer/Senior Structures Engineer/Structural Engineer at all levels to join our award-winning and growing Consulting Structures Team in the South West. The role involves working on the South West Scheme Delivery Framework for National Highways, with opportunities across the UK. Our team co-locates with our client at offices in Exeter and Bristol, attending three days a week in the office and remotely on other days.

The work ranges from feasibility and optioneering to design and construction, across the National Highways network in the South West, including viaducts, culverts, and bridges of varying types and complexities. Projects may include strengthening schemes, refurbishments, or safety improvements, with no two projects being the same.

This role suits a developing Engineer working towards Chartership or with Incorporated status, with knowledge of DMRB and Eurocodes related to highway bridge design, strengthening, refurbishment, and assessment. It offers the chance to see the impact of your work on a local network daily. You will be part of a team of around 25 engineers locally, supported by over 350 Structures Engineers across the UK, with a focus on organic growth. As an Engineer, you will contribute to this growth and gain valuable career development exposure.

The role

As a Senior Structures Engineer, you will support your Design Team Leader on various Structures schemes, lead projects, and mentor junior engineers and technicians. Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team and producing sound engineering solutions.
• Owning and leading projects from start to finish, including quotations and handover.
• Preparing and checking designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to meet quality, cost, and schedule criteria.
• Overseeing junior staff and ensuring their actions meet standards.
• Contributing to the professional development of junior staff and acting as a Delegated Engineer.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives, attending meetings, and responding to queries.
• Managing a small, locally based technical team and their workload.
• Participating in bid preparation and work-winning activities.
• Promoting effective Health and Safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience and expertise in the Structures field, likely gained in an Engineer role or equivalent.
• Ability to produce or oversee technically sound engineering solutions complying with standards and client requirements.
• Ownership of deliverables, with capability to review them to a reasonable standard.
• Proficiency with relevant software (e.g., LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design).
• Good commercial awareness.
• Understanding of CDM and risk assessment.
• Experience managing hazards and risks, with appropriate mitigation.
• Understanding of interface management and ensuring alignment across disciplines.
• Incorporated or Chartered status with ICE or IStructE, or equivalent professional license, desirable or essential depending on the contract.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent further learning.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we value our people. We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support for work-life balance. Our progression framework supports your career growth, with mentoring and professional qualification incentives.

Work-life Balance

We promote flexible working patterns, including hybrid and part-time options, with offices across the UK to discuss suitable arrangements.

Benefits include health cash plans, GP support, wellbeing programs, dental vouchers, and more.

EDI

We celebrate diversity through our affinity groups such as Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, and Parents & Carers.

Social Value

You will have 2 Community Involvement Days annually for volunteering, plus additional fundraising opportunities.

Additional perks include:

• Pension – Generous pension scheme with company contributions
• Choices – Flexible benefits, including extra leave, cycle schemes, charity giving, and gym discounts
• Save with Amey – Discounts from leading retailers through our voucher portal

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value expertise and individuality, supporting your growth and well-being. We encourage you to fulfill your ambitions alongside our shared goals.

Application Guidance

We are committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and offer accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for support.