Structural Engineer

British Steel; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European steel manufacturer is seeking a Structural Engineer in Scunthorpe. The successful candidate will provide specialist engineering support across various projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include delivering structural engineering for maintenance and CAPEX projects alongside overseeing contractor management. The ideal applicant will hold a relevant engineering degree and possess proven experience in structural engineering within heavy industrial environments, with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

Defined contribution company pension scheme

27 personal annual leave days

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Family friendly benefits

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Structural Engineering, supported by multi-discipline awareness.
• Background in heavy industrial structural projects is desirable.
• Knowledge of building design and construction compliance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Structural Engineering support across installations.
• Investigate structural issues and provide cost-effective solutions.
• Produce detailed designs aligned with safety and technical requirements.

Skills

Strong experience in Structural Engineering

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Education

Degree or HND in an engineering discipline

Job description

Salary – Up to £53,000.00

Location – Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 1XA

Pattern of Work – 42 hours, Monday – Friday

What you need to know about the role

This role provides specialist Structural Engineering support across the British Steel business, contributing to and leading a range of work‑based, maintenance, investment (MM) and CAPEX projects. The jobholder will play a key role in ensuring that all structural engineering activities are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.

They will be responsible for upholding business requirements in the areas of safety, technical performance, quality, financial control, compliance and project delivery, ensuring all work aligns with company standards and expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of end‑to‑end Structural Engineering support across British Steel, covering Major Maintenance, CAPEX and asset‑based refurbishment, replacement and compliance projects.
• Investigate plant‑related structural issues and provide safe, cost‑effective engineering solutions.
• Prepare or procure FEED studies, detailed designs, specifications, drawings and contract documents.
• Contribute to the design, specification, procurement, installation and commissioning of plant improvements and capital/MM/revenue projects.
• Produce or oversee detailed structural designs aligned with safety, technical, quality, budget and programme requirements.
• Support contractor selection, negotiation and performance management.
• Supervise contract staff and design teams, identifying training needs and providing mentoring, including Professional Institution support.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory and asset‑related engineering requirements.

A full job description & person specification is available to download.

What we need to know about you

• Degree or HND in an engineering discipline, with achieved or active progress toward Professional Engineer status.
• Strong experience in Structural Engineering, supported by broader multi‑discipline awareness.
• Background in heavy industrial structural projects is desirable.
• Knowledge of building design, construction and services integration is advantageous.
• Proven experience designing in steel using current design codes, with awareness of Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Understanding of CDM regulations, Health & Safety legislation and general construction compliance.
• Working knowledge of contracting processes and site‑based construction activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging at all levels.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently and as part of a team; experience supervising staff or contractors is preferred.

What we can offer you

We know our employees are our greatest asset and alongside the great benefits packages we offer, we continue to invest in their careers by providing a huge range of training and development opportunities.

Whatever your stage in life, you'll find a range of benefits to complement your work‑life balance. The benefits you'll enjoy include:

• Defined contribution company pension scheme
• 27 personal annual leave days + statutory bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• A comprehensive Company sick pay scheme
• Health Cash Plan via our partnership with Simply health
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Standby and call‑out payments
• Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.

What you need to know about us

British Steel is a leading European steel manufacturer, supplying premium long products around the world.

We take great pride in our history and heritage. Not many companies can claim to have generations of families dedicating their working lives to one company, one industry. Steel gets into your blood, and this drives the passion of our people. And these 2 values deliver our third value of performance - making the products our customers want now and in the future.

British Steel has a bright future and we want you to be part of it.

British Steel is an armed forces friendly company, and we actively encourage applications from ex‑Armed Forces Personnel, Reservists, Armed Forces Veterans and military spouses/partners.