Structural Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Rochester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A design consultancy in Kent is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join their friendly team. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £30-£40k, depending on experience. Responsibilities include contributing to structural projects from start to finish and mentoring junior staff. The office promotes teamwork and provides support for Chartership progress. Benefits include a pension contribution, bonus schemes, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Bonus schemes

Flexible work arrangements

Payment of professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of experience in the UK is typically required.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status is necessary.
• Experience on residential and commercial builds is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing designs and contribute to projects.
• Mentor junior engineers, graduates, and technicians.
• Collaborate with the design team on various projects.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Teamwork

Mentoring

CAD

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

TEDDS

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Overview

Structural Engineer — Kent

Salary: £30-£40k (starting salary competitive and determined by experience). A friendly design team, well-established civil and structural design consultancy, is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join in Kent. The office emphasizes communication and teamwork. Our client uses Tekla, TEDDS, AutoCAD and REVIT for drawings.

We offer pension contribution, bonus schemes, flexible work arrangements, payment of professional subscriptions and more. Ongoing support to develop and progress toward Chartership is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing designs and contribute to structural engineering projects from inception through to completion.
• Assist with structural survey work.
• Help mentor junior engineers, graduates, and technicians.
• Collaborate with the design team to deliver residential, commercial and mixed‑use projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status.
• Typically 2–3+ years of experience in the UK.
• Experience on residential and commercial builds.
• Ability to complete structural survey work is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience using up-to-date design software and working knowledge of CAD.
• Ideally local to Kent, but relocation can be considered.

Next steps

If you are interested in finding out more about this Structural Engineer position, please get in touch with Mikaela today.