Structural Engineer

HDR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This role involves designing structural elements for various projects and requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering along with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience. The firm emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity, creating an empowering environment for all employees. Proficiency in design software like Revit and AutoCAD is desirable, with a special interest in Data Center projects being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industry experience in Structural Design.
• Experience working on Data Center projects is highly advantageous.
• Ability to effectively communicate with teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Design structural elements for exciting projects.
• Create models and calculations using analysis tools.
• Liaise with design teams to produce coordinated designs.

Skills

Structural Design

Creative Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

ETABS

Job description

HDR is committed to employee-owners fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued and respected, empowering authentic selves and novel ideas. As we foster a culture of inclusion, we continually ask: What is our impact on the world?

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Each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

About The Role

As a Structural Engineer you will have the opportunity to collaborate with various engineering teams to create detailed designs, plans, and specifications from concept to completion. You will support project managers by undertaking tasks on a wide range of projects which include but not limited to; Data Centers, commercial/corporate offices, finance, education, hotels & leisure and mixed-use developments.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about Structural Engineering, who thrives on complex challenges, creative collaboration, and projects that make an impact. A personable self-starter with the ability to project a positive ‘can do’ professional attitude at all times maintaining good working relationships. Someone who enjoys working collaboratively across disciplines being able to establish excellent working rapport within the team, business and with clients.

Responsibilities

• Design structural elements for exciting projects
• Create models and calculations, using analysis tools such as Tekla, and ETABS
• Liaise with the design teams to produce co-ordinated designs that are technically compliant to a consistent quality and standard
• Undertake structural survey works and produce reports for the same.
• Bring innovative thinking to complex engineering problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3yrs Industry experience in Structural Design within a design consultancy (experience working on Data Center projects is highly advantageous)
• Able to interrogate/use computer modelling (Revit), organise and direct the production of structural CAD drawings, Revit Models and correspond effectively with opposite numbers with other consultants.
• Software Experience in: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RISA, Staad, SAP, Tedds, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar (desirable but not essential)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Previous structural engineer experience
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Other Locations

United Kingdom-England-Croydon, United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow, United Kingdom-England-Manchester

Industry

Building Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Building Structural

Job Posting

Jan 20, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.