Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Annual leave entitlement

Professional development

Diverse project exposure

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Edinburgh invites a motivated Structural Engineer to join a forward-thinking consultancy. You will contribute to a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial developments, guiding projects from concept through detailed design and site support, collaborating with architects, contractors and engineers to deliver safe, efficient structures.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in structural or civil engineering, have consultancy experience, and be proficient in

Qualifications

• A degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in consultancy structural design.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial structures.
• Familiarity with design standards and building regs.

Responsibilities

• Design and calculations for residential and commercial developments.
• Design reinforced concrete, steel, masonry and timber structures.
• Assess foundations and structural elements for ground conditions.
• Prepare and review drawings, calculations, specs and reports.
• Coordinate designs with architects, civil and building services teams.
• Ensure compliance with British Standards, Eurocodes and Scottish regulations.
• Support site inspections and respond to technical queries.

Skills

Structural design

Load analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Robot

Job description

Structural Engineer

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An established engineering consultancy is seeking a motivated structural engineer to join its team in Edinburgh, working on a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial developments. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to projects from concept through detailed design, collaborating with architects, contractors and other engineering professionals to deliver safe, efficient and practical structural solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake structural design and calculations for residential and commercial developments.
• Design reinforced concrete, structural steelwork, masonry and timber structures.
• Assess foundations and structural elements, considering ground conditions and project requirements.
• Prepare and review structural drawings, calculations, specifications and technical reports.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, civil and building services teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes and Scottish building regulations.
• Support site inspections, respond to technical queries and assist with construction-stage issues

Experience and Qualifications

The successful structural engineer will ideally have:

• A degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in structural design within a consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial building structures.
• Understanding of foundation design, load assessment and structural analysis.
• Familiarity with relevant design standards and building regulations.
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla Structural Designer, Autodesk Robot or equivalent.

Candidates should demonstrate sound engineering judgement, strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Both technical capability and a proactive approach to problem-solving are highly valued.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company pension and annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects.
• A supportive, collaborative consultancy environment.

This role offers the opportunity for a structural engineer to develop their technical expertise while contributing to the delivery of high-quality developments across Edinburgh and the surrounding region.