Structural Engineer – South West England

Balco; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in balcony systems seeks a hands-on Structural Engineer to support their expanding UK team. You will engage in delivering compliant and buildable balcony solutions, collaborating with various stakeholders and solving technical challenges. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in structural engineering and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Access to cutting-edge design resources

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of UK experience in relevant structural engineering.
• Strong knowledge of British Standards and UK Building Regulations.
• Experience designing with steel, aluminium, concrete, and glass.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural feasibility studies for design and construction.
• Prepare client-facing structural reports and produce calculation reports.
• Coordinate with client-side engineers to resolve structural issues.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

FEM-Design

IdeaStatica

Mathcad

Microsoft Office

Hilti/Fischer tools

Job description

Be a problem solver. Deliver smart, buildable solutions in a fast-paced UK construction market.

Balco Balcony Systems Ltd, part of the European-leading Balco Group, is seeking a practical and innovative Structural Engineer to support our growing UK team. With rising demand for smart, integrated balcony solutions, this is a unique opportunity to join a company known for design excellence, quality, and proactive problem-solving.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on tackling technical challenges, enjoys working closely with clients and contractors, and can translate complex issues into clear, actionable solutions.

About Balco Group

Founded in 1987 in Växjö, Sweden, Balco Group designs, manufactures, and installs its own balcony systems across Europe. Operating in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, the UK, Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands, the Group has over 600 employees and annual revenues exceeding £105 million. We’re recognised for our commitment to design integrity, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

The Role

Based in South West England and working on projects throughout the UK, you’ll play a key role in delivering technically sound, compliant, and buildable balcony solutions. From early-stage design through to installation, you’ll provide hands-on structural insight, working closely with architects, contractors, façade consultants, and our internal teams.

This is a dynamic, solution-focused role requiring a confident engineer who can think on their feet, solve problems in real time, and bring clarity to complex site and design scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structural feasibility studies and option appraisals in pre-sales phases.
• Translate design challenges into safe, efficient, and buildable engineering solutions.
• Prepare clear, client-facing structural reports for both design and construction stages.
• Collaborate with UK and European Design Engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Lead structural modelling and analysis using software such as AutoCAD, Tekla, and FEM-Design.
• Attend site visits to troubleshoot, advise, and deliver immediate structural input.
• Coordinate with client-side engineers to resolve clashes and ensure compliance.
• Prioritise and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Support sales teams with technical advice and ensure proposed solutions are viable and achievable.
• Produce full calculation reports for smooth handover to operations once projects are sold.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of UK experience in structural steel, modular systems, or façade engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of British Standards, Eurocodes, and UK Building Regulations.
• Experience designing with steel, aluminium, concrete, and glass.
• Proficiency in relevant software: FEM-Design 23, IdeaStatica 24.1, AutoCAD, Mathcad, Inventor, Microsoft Office, Hilti/Fischer tools.
• Excellent communication skills — able to explain structural concepts clearly to non-engineers.
• Solutions-focused mindset with a calm, constructive approach to challenges.
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude.

What You’ll Get

• A high-impact role with autonomy and variety across a growing UK project portfolio.
• Opportunities to solve complex technical problems in a supportive, fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative, international culture that values ideas, initiative, and growth.
• Access to cutting-edge European design and manufacturing resources.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Who You Are

You’re an innovative thinker, a hands-on problem solver, and a confident communicator. You enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team, thrive under pressure, and bring a delivery-first mindset to every challenge. You're proactive, resilient, and ready to make a real impact from day one.

Key attributes:
Adaptable, technically competent, confident, self-driven, enthusiastic, collaborative, resilient, and a clear communicator — able to work independently or within a team.

Interested?

For questions, contact Ben Hetherington, Head of Design: [e-mail]