Structural Engineer

ARV Solutions Contracts; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks a driven Structural Engineer to join their Bournemouth team. With opportunities to work on diverse steel structures both in the UK and abroad, you will manage projects from conception to site handover. A focus on value engineering and compliance with engineering standards is essential. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, a proactive mindset, and be working towards chartered status.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural engineering experience, ideally in steel design.
• Solid grasp of seismic design, CAD software, and surveying principles.
• Proven ability to optimise structures for safety, cost, and build-ability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full structural calculations, including concept, analysis, and detail design.
• Work closely with bid management, drawing office, site teams and clients throughout the project life cycle.
• Ensure designs are compliant with UK and international codes and regulations.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Steel Design

Value Engineering

Seismic Design

CAD Software

Education

Chartered or working towards IStructE

Job description

Structural Engineer
Bournemouth area (Office-based)
35,000 - 47,000
Steel Structures
Full time Permanent

Are you a driven structural engineer with a passion for complex steel design?
Looking to be involved from conception to site handover in a wide range of projects both UK and overseas?

We are working with a company who seek a Structural Engineer for their small team who are involved in the design and construction of steel structures in the UK and overseas. You will have the opportunity to work with industrial, commercial, leisure and other specialist structures.

They need a Structural Engineer who will work throughout the project life cycle until delivered to site. This means that not only will you take on the technical elements of the project but look at it from a Value Engineering perspective.

As a Structural Engineer, you will:

• Deliver full structural calculations, including concept, analysis, and detail design
• Use linear and finite element analysis software for steel frame design
• Design connections, bolts, welds, and prepare engineering reports for building control
• Work closely with bid management, drawing office, site teams and clients throughout the project life cycle
• Support safe construction practices and prepare erection methodology where required
• Attend internal and client-facing meetings, offering technical input and value-engineering
• Ensure designs are compliant with UK and international codes and regulations

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of structural engineering experience, ideally in steel design
• Chartered or working towards IStructE (or equivalent)
• Solid grasp of seismic design, CAD software, and surveying principles
• Proven ability to optimise structures for safety, cost, and build-ability
• A proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced project environment

If you would like to work for a company that cares and invests in their employees, apply below or call Annie Parker for a confidential chat and more information.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
This company is committed to continuously promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the business to build a culture that is inclusive to all, allowing everyone to contribute their best work and develop to their full potential.