Structural Engineer

Datacareers; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacareers is recruiting a Temporary Works Design Engineer for a Stafford-based specialist engineering company that designs and checks temporary structures used in construction projects.

The role is hybrid, with on-site work during probation and increased home-working flexibility after successful probation. Essential qualifications include a BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering and at least 3 years in temporary works design, with Chartered status or progress towards it.

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, ideally with a mix of site and design office exposure, particularly in Temporary Works Design.
• Incorporated/Chartered or working towards professional qualification.
• Proficient in structural analysis and CAD software (e.g. Tekla TEDDS, STAAD Pro, AutoCAD).
• Working knowledge of BS 5975 and experience with steelwork and timber codes.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Review and check temporary structure designs, including calculations, drawings, and design certificates.
• Conduct structural analysis of existing equipment to ensure compliance with safety and design standards.
• Design modifications to existing equipment and develop new designs as required.
• Produce detailed drawings suitable for manufacturing.
• Assist with estimating by obtaining or providing pricing information.

Skills

Temporary Works Design

Communication

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla TEDDS

STAAD Pro

AutoCAD

Job description

Structural Engineer
Location: Stafford
Salary: up to £75,000

We are working with a specialist engineering company that specializes in moving and lifting large and heavy items.

They are looking for a Temporary Works Design Engineer to take ownership of designing and checking temporary structures that support construction projects. These could be things like scaffolding, formwork, or support beams.

This is a hybrid role, with a greater emphasis on on-site work during your probation period. However, upon successfully completing probation, you will have increased flexibility to work from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and check temporary structure designs, including calculations, drawings, and design certificates.
• Conduct structural analysis of existing equipment to ensure compliance with safety and design standards.
• Design modifications to existing equipment and develop new designs as required.
• Produce detailed drawings suitable for manufacturing.
• Assist with estimating by obtaining or providing pricing information.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage with colleagues at all levels.
• A proactive team player who also thrives working independently.
• Professional, approachable, and adaptable.
• Reliable with a flexible approach to work.

Qualifications & Skills:

• BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, ideally with a mix of site and design office exposure, particularly in Temporary Works Design.
• Incorporated/Chartered or working towards professional qualification.
• Proficient in structural analysis and CAD software (e.g. Tekla TEDDS, STAAD Pro, AutoCAD).
• Working knowledge of BS 5975 and experience with steelwork and timber codes.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Full UK driving licence.