Structural Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above average annual leave

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Above average employer pension

Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme

Hybrid working with flexible hours

Job summary

RGB Recruitment is assisting a multidisciplined property consultancy in Plymouth to recruit an experienced structural engineer. The role involves contributing to designs across education, aerospace, commercial and residential projects, and liaising with multidisciplinary teams.

You will work on site visits, design calculations, and reports, with opportunities to progress in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment and to contribute to local community projects.

Qualifications

• A BEng (Hons) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering at 2:1 or above, or a higher qualification such as an MEng (Hons) or MSc.
• A sound foundation of engineering and/or site-based work experience.
• A good fundamental understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, including the Eurocodes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and actively working towards a recognised professional qualification.
• A current UK driving licence.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Revit would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to outline, scheme and detailed engineering designs across a range of projects, as appropriate.
• Undertake detailed design calculations and develop proficiency in the latest design software.
• Prepare design programmes for the delivery of project outputs.
• Produce project reports, specifications and general correspondence as required.
• Carry out site surveys and inspections, producing clear, logically structured reports with appropriate recommendations.
• Review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and other project deliverables to ensure they meet the required quality standards before issue.
• Liaise with internal and external members of the design and construction teams, representing the engineering team professionally.
• Visit sites during the construction phase to monitor progress and provide technical advice to contractors.
• Comply with Ridge document management and quality assurance procedures.
• Support colleagues across the wider team and other disciplines when required, particularly to help meet project deadlines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

BEng (Hons) Civil/Structural Eng (2:1+)

MEng (Hons) or MSc

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are delighted to be supporting with an multidisciplined, multi-office property consultancy in its search for an experienced structural engineer to join it's regional office in the Plymouth area.

This office has an established group of engineers and consultants of various disciplines. This person will be work closely with other staff to achieve innovative, sustainable and cost-efficient buildings.

Structures come from a variety of sectors include, education, aerospace, commercial, residential and manufacturing. This office typically services clients and developments from across the midlands meaning you will have the opportunity to have a direct impact on your local community.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to outline, scheme and detailed engineering designs across a range of projects, as appropriate.
• Undertake detailed design calculations and develop proficiency in the latest design software.
• Prepare design programmes for the delivery of project outputs.
• Produce project reports, specifications and general correspondence as required.
• Carry out site surveys and inspections, producing clear, logically structured reports with appropriate recommendations.
• Review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and other project deliverables to ensure they meet the required quality standards before issue.
• Liaise with internal and external members of the design and construction teams, representing the engineering team professionally.
• Visit sites during the construction phase to monitor progress and provide technical advice to contractors.
• Comply with Ridge document management and quality assurance procedures.
• Support colleagues across the wider team and other disciplines when required, particularly to help meet project deadlines.

Keey requirements:

• A BEng (Hons) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering at 2:1 or above, or a higher qualification such as an MEng (Hons) or MSc.
• A sound foundation of engineering and/or site-based work experience.
• A good fundamental understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, including the Eurocodes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and actively working towards a recognised professional qualification.
• A current UK driving licence.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Revit would be desirable.

Rewards

• This role offers the chance to progress your career within structural engineering at a forward thinking, friendly company
• Exposure to a variety of projects, sectors, clients, and discipline experts
• Ability to contribute to the growth and development of the team approach, adding value for their Clients
• Above average annual leave
• Private Healthcare
• Life Assurance
• Above average employer pension contribution
• Highly competitive salary
• Income Protection
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme
• Buying and Selling Annual Leave
• Hybrid working with flexible working hiours