Structural Design Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private health insurance contribution

CPD and chartership support

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment invites applications for a Structural Engineer to join a Dublin City Centre team on a hybrid basis. The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of structural services across a diverse portfolio, including residential, hospitality, industrial, healthcare and education projects.

The role requires a Level 8 Honours or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and a minimum of 4 years’ experience, with proficiency in Eurocodes and software such as Tekla,

Qualifications

• Requires Level 8 Honours or Master's in Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Structural Engineer.
• Experience across building projects, residential preferred.
• Knowledge of Eurocodes; Ireland/UK/Europe experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to structural design from feasibility to construction.
• Prepare calculations, reports, drawings and tender docs.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and clients.
• Support site inspections and BCAR-related inspections where required.
• Contribute to QA and internal procedures.

Skills

Eurocodes knowledge

Structural analysis

Technical reporting

Client liaison

Education

Level 8 Honours degree in Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla

ETABS

Tedds

Job description

Our client is an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with over 25 years of industry experience and a team of 70+ employees across Ireland. They are seeking a Structural Engineer to join their Dublin City Centre team, offering a salary of €50,000–€60,000, hybrid working, pension, a private health insurance contribution and structured CPD and chartership support.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of structural engineering services across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop technical expertise while working alongside experienced engineers within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Project Experience

Projects span a broad range of sectors, including:

• Private residential developments, including low-rise and high-rise schemes.
• Public sector housing for Local Authorities and the Land Development Agency (LDA).
• Hotels and hospitality projects.
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities.
• Healthcare and education projects.
• Refurbishment, adaptive reuse and commercial fit-out projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to structural engineering design from feasibility and preliminary design through to detailed design and construction.
• Develop practical, efficient and buildable structural design solutions.
• Prepare structural calculations, technical reports, drawings and tender documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Eurocodes, engineering standards and best practice.
• Coordinate with civil engineers, technicians and other design disciplines.
• Participate in design team meetings and liaise with clients, contractors and subcontractors.
• Assist with site inspections and construction-stage services, including BCAR-related inspections where required.
• Support senior engineers with technical design reviews and project delivery.
• Contribute to quality assurance, continuous improvement and internal technical procedures.

Requirements

• Level 8 Honours degree or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 4 years' experience working as a Structural Engineer.
• Experience across a range of building projects, with low-rise or high-rise residential experience desirable.
• Knowledge of Eurocodes, ideally with experience gained in Ireland, the UK or Europe.
• Experience with structural analysis and design software such as Tekla, Tedds or ETABS.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Interest in continuous professional development and progression towards Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland or IStructE.
• Experience with site inspections and BCAR requirements is desirable.
• Full driving licence is desirable.
• Salary of €50,000–€60,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private health insurance contribution.
• Generous annual leave entitlement and an additional company day.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Summer working hours.
• Structured CPD, training and chartership support.
• Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of building projects across multiple sectors.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.