Structural Engineer

E3 Recruitment; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 25 + 8 bank holidays

Pension contribution 6%

Life assurance policy

Healthcare cashback plan

Free onsite parking

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a Structural Engineer for a well-established engineering team delivering diverse projects in water, chemical, and process industries. The role focuses on safe, stable design of steel structures, with loads and Eurocodes considerations, across project lifecycles.

You will design and analyse steel structures, produce calculations, visit sites, and collaborate with design, fabrication and installation teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in structural steel design.
• Proficient in STAAD Pro; Tekla Structures experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyse steel structures, steel elements, and connections.
• Produce and review detailed engineering calculations, including hand calculations.
• Conduct site visits to assess structures and gather data.
• Collaborate with design, fabrication and installation teams.
• Prepare technical structural reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes and relevant standards.
• Provide technical support during fabrication and site installation.

Skills

Structural analysis

Hand calculations

Site visits

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD Pro

Tekla Structures

Job description

Job Description

Structural Engineer role paying up to £52,000 plus other benefits! Join a well-established engineering team delivering diverse projects across the water, chemical, and process industries, with easy access from Leeds, Wakefield, Bradford and surrounding areas, plus free onsite parking.

Salary and Benefits

• Annual Salary Between £45,000 - £52,000 (DOE)


• 25 Holidays + 8 Bank Holidays (Increasing with Years of Service)


• Pension Contribution of 6%


• Life Assurance Policy


• Healthcare Cashback Plan

Purpose of the Structural Engineer The Structural Engineer is responsible for making sure buildings and infrastructure are safe, stable and capable of carrying loads throughout their lifespan. Design structures so they can withstand forces and to calculate loads and stresses to ensure materials are used safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities of the Structural Engineer:

• Design and analyse steel structures, steel elements, and connections.


• Produce and review detailed engineering calculations (including hand calculations).


• Conduct site visits to assess existing structures, gather data, and provide engineering input.


• Collaborate with design, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure the project's success.


• Prepare technical structural reports, structural drawings, and specifications.


• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes (Eurocodes), standards, and regulations.


• Provide technical support during fabrication and site installation phases.

Essential Criteria of the Structural Engineer

• Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering.


• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in structural steel design.


• Proficiency in STAAD Pro Structural Software.


• Experience with Tekla Structures is highly desirable.


• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and connection design.


• Competent in performing manual (hand) calculations for steel structures.