Structural Engineer - Systems, Tech & Disruption

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks a Structural Engineer to innovate in temporary works and design automation. The role emphasizes problem-solving and creative input over traditional qualifications, focusing on diverse responsibilities that include design, product development, and AI integration. The ideal candidate will thrive in a flexible and dynamic work environment, contributing to cutting-edge engineering solutions.

Benefits

Flexible working

High autonomy

Unusual career progression

Work that matters

Qualifications

• Have a BEng or MEng in Structural Engineering (or similar).
• Understand structural behaviour and engineering fundamentals.
• Have AutoCAD experience in a structural or temporary works setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead hoarding and temporary works design using optimised tools.
• Help test and improve automation tools and client deliverables.
• Support operational delivery and project design work.

Skills

Structural behaviour understanding

Problem-solving

AI and automation curiosity

Analytical thinking

Education

BEng or MEng in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Structural Engineer – Systems, Tech & Disruption - Up to £38,000 depending on experience + profit share potential – Brighton, Flexible / Hybrid

The Role

Do you want to apply your structural engineering skills beyond traditional design work? Curious about how automation, AI and systems thinking can reshape engineering delivery?

At Smarthoard, we’re not your typical structural engineers. We’re a consultancy transforming how temporary works and hoarding design is delivered – combining robust engineering with proprietary tools to reduce risk, simplify compliance, and help contractors move faster.

We’re looking for an adaptable and hands-on engineer to join our fast-moving team. You’ll split your time across design, systems development, product testing and client delivery. This is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, learns fast and thrives on solving real-world problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design engineering – leading on hoarding and temporary works design using process optimised internal tools
• Product and tool development – help test and improve our Quote Tool and design automation tools, working towards the ‘big picture’
• AI and process automation – help us build smarter internal workflows using AI and code
• Client ops – working in support of operational delivery for our clients, undertaking project design work and problem solving to deliver the best possible value for our clients
• Continuous improvement – we have no intention of sitting still, we’re here to innovate, deliver and scale. If something can be improved, and it underpins our company goals, then let’s improve it

About Our Company

Smarthoard is rethinking a niche part of the construction industry – creating a scalable, tech-enabled platform for smarter site hoarding design. We’re a small, focused team working at the edge of engineering and technology. With our in-house software and systems-driven approach, we’re helping contractors move quicker while ensuring structural integrity and compliance.

The Benefits

• Flexible working – combine home working with time in our vibrant central Brighton co-working space
• High autonomy – real input, real responsibility, real results
• Unusual career progression – shape your own role outside of traditional graduate or chartered pathways
• Work that matters – combine engineering, product, and technology in a forward-thinking business

The Person

We’re more interested in how you think and solve problems than qualifications – though we expect you may:

• Have a BEng or MEng in Structural Engineering (or similar)
• Understand structural behaviour and engineering fundamentals
• Have AutoCAD experience in a structural or temporary works setting
• Be curious about the role of AI and automation in engineering
• Be practical, analytical, and happy to use whatever tools are needed
• Want to take ownership of your work and help shape our approach

If you’re ready to help reimagine how structural design is delivered, apply now and show us what you can bring to Smarthoard.