Structural Engineer

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering consultancy in Nottingham is seeking a Structural Engineer with 2-3 years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 - £40,000 along with hybrid working options, annual bonus, and professional development support. Candidates should have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and proficiency in structural analysis software. This position allows for significant career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off

Flexible working options

Free gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a UK structural engineering consultancy.
• Ability to design in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Experience with structural inspections and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Engineers and Associates with project delivery.
• Prepare calculations and technical drawings.
• Carry out structural analysis and design.

Skills

Structural analysis and design software

AutoCAD

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng / MEng)

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

TEDDS

Job description

Overview

Structural Engineer, Nottingham | £32,000 - £40,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Working Hours + Annual Bonus Christmas Shutdown

We are looking for a Structural Engineer with 2-3 years' experience to join a growing consultancy based in the heart of Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career as part of a supportive team that works across a wide variety of projects, including public realm schemes, highways, residential developments, commercial units, schools, and high-tech industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Engineers and Associates with project delivery.
• Take responsibility for elements of design on projects, preparing calculations and technical drawings.
• Work with technicians to develop design outputs.
• Carry out structural analysis and design using industry-standard software and hand calculations.
• Assist with specifications, technical reports, and structural inspections.
• Attend client meetings and site visits with senior colleagues.
• Contribute to office CPD sessions and design discussions.

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng / MEng).
• 2-3 years' experience in a UK structural engineering consultancy.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis and design software (e.g. Tekla Structural Designer, TEDDS).
• AutoCAD skills (Revit beneficial but not essential).
• Ability to design in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Some experience with structural inspections and report writing.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach.
• UK driving licence preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with clear opportunities for progression.
• Up to 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off + office closed over Christmas (typically two weeks, not taken from holiday allowance).
• Flexible working options following probation.
• Workplace pension scheme (5% employee contribution / 3% employer contribution, reviewed annually).
• Regular CPD sessions and structured support towards Chartership.
• Annual bonus scheme linked to company performance.
• Free gym membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Culture & Development

This consultancy is proud of its collaborative and supportive environment where engineers are encouraged to grow, learn, and achieve their full potential. You\'ll gain hands-on experience across a wide variety of projects, while receiving structured support towards Chartership with the Institution of Structural Engineers.