Structural Engineer

Tetra Tech; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Belfast is seeking a Structural Engineer to contribute to the design and delivery of structural projects across Ireland and the UK. You will work with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, applying Eurocodes and best-practice engineering to deliver robust, innovative solutions.

Hybrid working is available, with regular office presence. The role emphasizes technical excellence, client liaison, and continuous professional development within a growing consultancy.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng or MEng).
• Knowledge of Eurocodes and structural design principles.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with MasterSeries, TEDDS and Revit is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and consultancy experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver structural schemes across multiple sectors.
• Attend site visits, surveys and technical reporting.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure projects meet programme, budget and quality targets.
• Support digital engineering initiatives and efficient workflows.

Skills

Communication skills

Client liaison

Engineering judgement

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil/Structures

Tools

AutoCAD

MasterSeries

TEDDS

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shape the built environment with a global consultancy delivering complex, high-profile projects across Ireland and beyond. Join Tetra Tech's Structural Engineering team and work alongside experienced professionals on diverse, technically challenging schemes while building your expertise and advancing your career.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Structural Engineer based in our Belfast office, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of a broad range of structural engineering projects across multiple sectors. Working closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you'll develop innovative, practical engineering solutions while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and technical excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your technical capability, take on increasing responsibility and progress your career within a collaborative, growing consultancy.

Your Impact in this Position

You'll play a key role in delivering structural designs, supporting projects from concept through to completion, and helping ensure they are delivered on time and within budget. You'll undertake site visits, surveys and technical reporting while building strong relationships with clients, architects, contractors, consultants and statutory authorities. Your work will directly contribute to the successful delivery of major projects across Tetra Tech's national engineering teams.

Technical Excellence: Produce high‑quality structural designs using industry standards, Eurocodes and engineering best practice.Apply engineering judgement to deliver practical, innovative solutions.

Project Delivery: Support the successful delivery of projects to programme, budget and quality requirements.Follow quality management systems and project procedures.

Collaboration & Communication: Build effective relationships with clients, project partners and multidisciplinary teams.Communicate technical information clearly through reports, meetings and presentations.

Digital Engineering: Use AutoCAD and structural design software to develop engineering solutions.Contribute to the adoption of digital engineering tools and efficient workflows.

Professional Development: Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning, CPD and continuous improvement.Take ownership of your work while contributing positively to team success.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Degree‑qualified (BEng or MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering with consultancy experience. Knowledge of Eurocodes and structural design principles, proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and strong communication skills are essential. Experience with MasterSeries, TEDDS and Revit is advantageous.

Based in our Belfast office, you'll work in a collaborative, flexible environment supporting projects across Ireland and the UK. Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of 3 days per week in the office, depending on project and team requirements. Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings will form part of the role.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide.We have a wide range ofexpertiseacross our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value.We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employeesrequiringadditionalarrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to‑day role