Structural Engineer

Alexander Associates; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering practice in the UK is seeking a Structural Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join their team. The role involves producing structural design solutions across various sectors, preparing calculations, and communicating with clients. Candidates should hold a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and possess strong communication skills. The practice offers a hybrid working model, providing an excellent opportunity for growth and development toward chartership.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant industry experience.
• Comfortable working to current UK design and construction standards.
• Good working knowledge of Tekla Tedds.

Responsibilities

• Produce structural design solutions from concept through to detailed design.
• Prepare structural calculations in accordance with Eurocodes.
• Communicate with clients and the wider design team.

Skills

Structural design solutions

Client communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Tedds

PDF mark-up software (e.g. Bluebeam Revu)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Structural Engineer

Competitive Salary + Benefits | Hybrid Working

About the Role

An established UK-based structural and civil engineering practice is looking to appoint a Structural Engineer to join its growing team. The practice delivers expert engineering advice and practical, well-considered design solutions across a wide range of sectors. Their work focuses on clear, economical, and sensible designs, with strong attention to detail and aesthetics.

This role suits a Structural Engineer with 5+ years experience who is confident delivering designs, managing their own workload, and contributing to projects while continuing to develop professionally toward chartership.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce structural design solutions from concept through to detailed design and completion
• Prepare structural calculations in accordance with Eurocodes
• Design using reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, timber, and foundations
• Produce PDF design mark-ups and technical sketches
• Compile calculation packs for Building Control submissions
• Prepare technical reports
• Communicate with clients and the wider design team
• Attend design meetings and undertake site visits
• Manage your own workload and collaborate with the wider structural team
• Projects span multiple sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, hotels, sports, leisure, education, and hospitality.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years relevant industry experience
• Comfortable working to current UK design and construction standards
• Good working knowledge of Tekla Tedds and TSD
• Experience using PDF mark-up software (e.g. Bluebeam Revu or similar)
• Familiarity with CDE collaboration platforms (advantageous)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel