Structural Design Engineer

Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and build specialist seeks a skilled Structural Design Engineer in Greater Manchester, focusing on high-impact projects valued between £5 million to £300 million. The role is highly design-focused, requiring collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and offering opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunity for internal growth

Supportive working culture

Chance to work on major projects

Qualifications

• 2 - 7 years experience in Structural Design.
• Proficiency in structural design software.
• Chartered or working towards chartership is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce structural design calculations for concrete and steel.
• Develop drawings and technical reports.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

Tedds

StaadPro

Job description

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Principal Recruitment Consultant - Recruiting engineering design experts in the Building Structures and Building Services sector!

Location: Greater Manchester

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Structural Design Engineer ready to contribute to large-scale, high-impact projects across the UK? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading design and build specialist, delivering complex developments ranging from £5 million to £300 million in value.

About the Role:

This position is highly design-focused and ideal for an engineer who thrives in a technically demanding environment. You’ll be responsible for producing detailed structural solutions and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate structural design calculations for reinforced concrete and structural steel elements
• Develop high-quality drawings and technical reports
• Ensure compliance with relevant design codes, standards, and safety regulations
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure buildability and efficiency
• Provide mentorship and support to junior engineers as needed

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• 2 - 7 years experience in Structural Design
• Proficiency in structural design software such as Tekla, Tedds, StaadPro, or similar
• Strong background in reinforced concrete design and familiarity with structural steel
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Chartered or working towards chartership (ICE or IStructE) is advantageous

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to work on major, technically challenging projects across the UK
• A supportive and collaborative working culture
• Clear and structured internal growth opportunities, with the team set to expand significantly in the next 3–6 months
• A chance to join a business committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence

Apply now or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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