Structural Engineer

RGB; West of England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Flexible benefits

Job summary

RGB in Bristol is seeking an Experienced Graduate Structural Engineer for a permanent role. You will develop structural designs for new-build schemes and existing buildings within a multidisciplinary team, applying buildable, coordinated, and lower-carbon solutions.

You will work with senior engineers and the design team to move projects from concepts through construction, joining a practice that values practical design and professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate structural engineer with practical design experience.
• Experience designing in steel and concrete.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes and structural analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and outline structural designs.
• Prepare detailed design calculations to Eurocodes for steel and concrete structures.
• Coordinate drawings, specifications and information for tender and construction.
• Liaise with clients, architects and other design disciplines as projects progress.
• Assist with structural surveys, investigations and reports under senior guidance.
• Attend site visits to review progress and address technical queries.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Problem solving

Education

BSc/BEng/MEng/MSc in structural/civil engineering

Tools

Tekla

SCIA

Autodesk Robot

Revit

Job description

RGB seeks a Structural Engineer for a permanent position in Bristol, with a salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per annum. Based within an established multidisciplinary consultancy, the successful candidate will develop technical skills across varied building projects, working alongside specialists in engineering, architecture, surveying and project delivery. Duties include structural design for new-build schemes and existing buildings, with emphasis on efficient, coordinated, buildable and lower-carbon solutions. Applicants should hold relevant qualifications and demonstrate prior consultancy experience, strong analytical ability and proficiency with design software. The position suits an experienced graduate ready to contribute to a collaborative design team and progress within the built environment sector. Ready to build on your structural design experience and take the next step in your career£ We’re looking for an Experienced Graduate Structural Engineer to join an established multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol. This is an opportunity to develop your technical skills, contribute to varied building projects and work alongside specialists across the built environment. The practice brings together engineering, architecture, surveying and project delivery expertise, with a focus on practical, coordinated design. Its structural work spans new-build projects and existing buildings, combining efficient design with consideration for buildability and lower-carbon solutions.

The Role

You’ll build on your existing consultancy experience, working with senior engineers and the wider design team to help deliver projects from early concepts through to construction.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing conceptual and outline structural designs.
• Preparing detailed design calculations to current Eurocodes, including steel and concrete structures.
• Working with technicians to coordinate drawings, specifications and information for tender and construction.
• Liaising with clients, architects and other design disciplines as projects progress.
• Assisting with structural surveys, investigating defects and preparing reports and recommendations with senior guidance.
• Attending site visits to review progress and quality and helping respond to contractors’ technical queries.

The Candidate

You’re a graduate structural engineer with practical structural design experience, ready to take on greater responsibility while continuing to learn.

You’ll bring:

• A BSc, BEng, MEng or MSc in structural or civil engineering.
• Experience designing in steel and concrete, with a sound understanding of structural engineering principles.
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design software such as Tekla, SCIA or Autodesk Robot.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• A collaborative approach and a keen interest in developing practical, well-coordinated designs.
• Experience using Revit for structural projects would be an advantage.

This is a chance to broaden your project experience within a multidisciplinary environment, learning alongside experienced professionals and seeing how your designs translate into construction. The consultancy places an emphasis on professional development, with learning opportunities and support towards chartership. On offer is a market leading salary and benefits package which includes private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits.