Structural Engineer

Carrington West; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in Manchester is seeking a talented Structural Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves designing structural solutions across various projects, mentoring junior staff, and participating in the full project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and teamwork while contributing to sustainable projects. The position offers a market-competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and structured chartership support, all within a supportive studio environment focused on learning and development.

Benefits

Market-competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working

Structured chartership support

Supportive, inclusive environment

Opportunity to work on sustainable projects

Qualifications

• Proactive, people-focused approach.
• Interest in mentoring junior team members.
• Ability to manage deadlines and resources.

Responsibilities

• Design structural engineering solutions for various building projects.
• Prepare and present drawings and calculations.
• Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Attend project and site meetings.
• Conduct site visits for inspections.
• Participate in design reviews and critiques.
• Contribute to bid writing and proposals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you a talented and collaborative Structural Design Engineer looking to join a friendly and progressive studio working with high-profile private and public‑sector clients.

This is an opportunity to be part of a practice that places sustainable design at the heart of everything it does and is committed to making a positive difference to the built environment and wider public realm.

You will work closely with senior team members, contributing your technical expertise and strong communication skills to deliver inspirational, responsible designs that enhance communities and leave a positive legacy for future generations.

The Role

As a Structural Design Engineer, you will be involved in the full project lifecycle, developing your technical, leadership, and commercial skills as you progress. You will collaborate with architects, technicians, and fellow engineers, supporting the delivery of high‑quality structural solutions across a range of projects.

Key responsibilities include

• Structural engineering design across a variety of building projects
• Preparing, checking, and presenting drawings and calculations
• Briefing and supporting Technicians and Graduate Engineers
• Attending project team and site meetings under the guidance of senior staff
• Undertaking occasional site visits for surveys and inspections
• Participating in internal design reviews and technical critiques
• Contributing to bid writing and fee proposals
• Supporting on the job training and professional development

You will bring

• A proactive, people‑focused approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An interest in leadership and mentoring more junior team members
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and resources
• A desire to positively influence colleagues, clients, and projects

What's on Offer

• A market‑competitive salary dependent on level which is regularly reviewed
• Flexible and hybrid working, tailored to individual needs
• Structured chartership support
• A supportive, inclusive studio environment focused on learning and development
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful, sustainable projects

If you are a motivated Structural Design Engineer looking to grow your career while making a positive impact please apply directly or contact Abi on 02393 876 032 for a confidential discussion.