Structural Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Structural Engineering consultancy is seeking a Design Engineer with at least 12 months of experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, hone your skills in a dynamic environment, and advance towards Chartered Status while contributing innovative solutions to clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of experience in a design-focused position on UK construction projects.
• Excellent math and numeracy skills required.
• Proven supervising and mentoring skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create designs and technical drawings for diverse projects.
• Conduct site visits and develop solutions for safety.
• Lead tasks for junior team members and champion safety.

Skills

Numeracy

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Working towards Chartered Status

Tools

2D AutoCAD

3D draughting/modelling

Job description

Job Description

Excellent opportunity to join a leading Structural Engineering consultancy, with great training and chartership opportunities. My client seeks an engineer with a minimum of twelve months' experience. If you are looking for a dynamic new challenge, we want to hear from you.

With our continued growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and help them deliver unique and bespoke engineering solutions across all construction sectors.

About the Position:

As a Design Engineer, you’ll have a key role in a dynamic team. You should have a minimum of 12 months of experience in a design-focused position on UK construction projects and knowledge of BS5975. You’ll have the chance to work on various projects and develop innovative engineering solutions for clients.

Responsibilities:

• Dive into a range of exciting projects, applying your expertise to diverse scenarios.
• Create compelling designs and technical drawings, developing complex solutions and making them easily understandable for clients.
• Ensure flawless planning, design, and implementation of temporary works, embracing the latest software and tools.
• Conduct site visits, detailed surveys, and develop innovative solutions for safety.
• Provide crucial technical support to colleagues, working independently on multiple projects even under tight deadlines.
• Seize the opportunity to learn and grow by mastering new skills and staying updated with industry standards.
• Champion safety by implementing a robust strategy in line with Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM2015).
• Lead and coordinate tasks for junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Essential Experience, Skills & Knowledge:

• An engineering degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Ideally working towards Chartered Status with the ICE or IStructE.
• Excellent math and general numeracy skills.
• Excellent 2D AutoCAD skills.
• Ability to read and understand engineering plans, section details, and general arrangements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Advanced IT skills.

Desirable Experience, Skills & Knowledge:

• Proven supervising and mentoring skills.
• 3D draughting/modelling knowledge.
• Experience in permanent works Civil or Structural Engineering is a plus.

The salary for this role is negotiable and based on experience, and it includes company benefits and a bonus scheme.