Structural Design Engineers - Hybrid

Amentum; Risley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Structural Engineer to support our defence and security projects across the UK. The role involves design and analysis for large industrial facilities, with hybrid working and occasional site visits.

Ideal candidates will have transferable skills and be eager to grow within a multi-discipline engineering team. The role requires an accredited MEng in Civil Engineering, with Chartered status preferred, and the ability to work across codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Strong technical design experience across codes (British, American, international) and Eurocodes.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, timelines and resources.
• Solid understanding of structural theory and problem solving.
• Experience preparing bids/proposals and client relationship building.
• Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer or working towards it with support.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis for large industrial facilities and power-related structures.
• Manage project deliverables, quality, budget and scheduling.
• Prepare bids and proposals and liaise with clients.

Skills

Technical design

Project management

Structural theory

Bid & proposals

Professional development

Education

MEng in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the opportunity

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice, (140 Plus Civil/Structural) and we are looking for Structural Engineers with transferable skills who are passionate about developing themselves and in meeting new challenges. We offer hybrid working with 1-2 days in the office. We can accommodate out of our UK Office network. Occasional site visits may be necessary.

About the opportunity

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice, (140 Plus Civil/Structural) and we are looking for Structural Engineers with transferable skills who are passionate about developing themselves and in meeting new challenges. We offer hybrid working with 1-2 days in the office. We can accommodate out of our UK Office network. Occasional site visits may be necessary. We are looking to recruit and develop career minded people to bolster our well-established and growing multi-discipline engineering delivery capability to meet opportunities in the nuclear and defence industries. Our projects include developing solutions through all RIBA stages in highly regulated environments, in support of air, land and sea defence establishments, the UK nuclear submarine fleet, and both existing and new build nuclear power stations. If you are a Structural Engineer with experience in the analysis and design of large industrial facilities, e.g. power station buildings, large manufacturing facilities, dockyards, etc then we want to speak with you. Knowledge of some of the following would be beneficial, but not essential:

• Seismic analysis and/or design
• Blast analysis
• Finite Element Analysis
• Soil Structure Interaction

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

What You’ll Need

• Good all-round technical design expertise using British, American and international standards, and/or Eurocodes.
• Proven ability to manage projects and preparation of project deliverables, including managing quality, budget, programme and resources.
• Good understanding of structural theory, with proven problem solving ability.
• Proven ability in preparation of bids and proposals, and developing good working relationships with clients.
• Accredited MEng degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
• Ideally Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer, or working towards this where we can support you.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful. We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact [e-mail]