Structural Engineer

E3recruitment; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Pension contribution of 6%

Life Assurance Policy

Healthcare Cashback Plan

25 Holidays + 8 Bank Holidays

Job summary

E3recruitment is seeking a Structural Engineer in Dewsbury to join an established engineering team delivering projects across water, chemical, and process industries. You will design and analyse steel structures, specify connections, and produce calculations and drawings.

The role involves site visits, collaboration with design, fabrication and installation teams, and ensuring compliance with Eurocodes and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in structural steel design.
• Proficiency in STAAD Pro Structural Software.
• Experience with Tekla Structures is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and connection design; able to perform hand calculations.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyse steel structures, steel elements, and connections.
• Produce and review detailed engineering calculations (including hand calculations).
• Conduct site visits to assess existing structures, gather data.
• Collaborate with design, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure the project’s success.
• Prepare technical structural reports, structural drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes (Eurocodes), standards, and regulations.
• Provide technical support during fabrication and site installation phases.

Skills

STAAD Pro

Tekla Structures

Structural analysis

Hand calculations

Steel design

Site inspections

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structures

STAAD Pro

Job description

Structural Engineer role paying up to £52,000 plus other benefits! Join a well-established engineering team delivering diverse projects across the water, chemical, and process industries, with easy access from Leeds, Wakefield, Bradford and surrounding areas, plus free onsite parking.

Salary and Benefits

• Annual Salary Between £45,000 – £52,000 (DOE)
• 25 Holidays + 8 Bank Holidays (Increasing with Years of Service)
• Pension Contribution of 6%
• Life Assurance Policy
• Healthcare Cashback Plan

Purpose of the Structural Engineer

The Structural Engineer is responsible for making sure buildings and infrastructure are safe, stable and capable of carrying loads throughout their lifespan. Design structures so they can withstand forces and to calculate loads and stresses to ensure materials are used safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities of the Structural Engineer:

• Design and analyse steel structures, steel elements, and connections.
• Produce and review detailed engineering calculations (including hand calculations).
• Conduct site visits to assess existing structures, gather data, and provide engineering input.
• Collaborate with design, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure the project’s success.
• Prepare technical structural reports, structural drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes (Eurocodes), standards, and regulations.
• Provide technical support during fabrication and site installation phases.

Essential Criteria of the Structural Engineer

• Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in structural steel design.
• Proficiency in STAAD Pro Structural Software.
• Experience with Tekla Structures is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and connection design.Competent in performing manual (hand) calculations for steel structures.