Structural Engineer

EDM Recruitment Group Ltd; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career progression

Exposure to large projects

Job summary

EDM Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking a Structural Engineer in Edinburgh to join a growing team working on large-scale precast concrete projects. You’ll develop designs from concept through to manufacture and site installation, collaborating across PMs, production, and site teams to deliver practical, safe engineering solutions.

With 2+ years in structural engineering and proficiency in AutoCAD, you’ll contribute to design for manufacture, value engineering, and adherence to relevant standards

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a structural engineering role within the construction industry.
• Essential experience designing precast concrete structures.
• Strong understanding of structural analysis, buildability and engineering best practice.
• Knowledge of British and European design standards and construction regulations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce structural calculations and technical designs for complex precast concrete projects.
• Deliver designs from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with design codes and regulations.
• Ensure structural stability throughout manufacture, lifting, transportation and erection.
• Create accurate engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Production teams and site personnel to meet programme deadlines.
• Provide technical support to clients, consultants and internal departments.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs without compromising safety or quality.
• Monitor design programmes and flag potential delays or impacts.
• Resolve technical engineering issues throughout project delivery.
• Support Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and implementation of new engineering software.

Skills

Structural analysis

Buildability

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Structural Engineer

Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

Are you a Structural Engineer with experience in precast concrete design looking to join an innovative and growing organisation?

Our client, a well‑established and highly respected specialist within the construction and manufacturing sector, is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their expanding technical team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of large‑scale structural projects, taking responsibility from initial design through to manufacture and site installation.

Working closely with senior management, project teams and production departments, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, practical and commercially effective engineering solutions while contributing to the continued development of industry‑leading products and processes.

The Role

• Producing structural calculations and technical designs for complex precast concrete projects.
• Delivering designs from concept through to completion, ensuring compliance with current design codes, building regulations and industry standards.
• Ensuring structural stability throughout manufacture, lifting, transportation and erection.
• Producing accurate engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Production teams and site personnel to ensure designs are practical, buildable and delivered to programme.
• Providing technical support to clients, consultants and internal departments.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce project costs without compromising safety or quality.
• Monitoring design programmes and highlighting potential delays or commercial impacts.
• Resolving technical engineering issues throughout project delivery.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, including Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA), product development and implementation of new engineering software.

About You

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a structural engineering role within the construction industry.
• Essential experience designing precast concrete structures.
• Strong understanding of structural analysis, buildability and engineering best practice.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of relevant British and European design standards and construction regulations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive, customer‑focused approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive company benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to technically challenging, high‑profile construction projects.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment where innovation is encouraged.
• Long‑term career prospects with a growing and financially secure business.

If you're looking to take the next step in your structural engineering career and want to join a business that is recognised for delivering innovative structural solutions across the UK and Ireland, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.