Structural Engineer

Uniting Holding; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension matching up to 5%

23 days annual leave

CPD accreditation

Job summary

DBFL is seeking a Structural Engineer in Cork to join the team. The role involves delivering designs from concept through to site supervision, ensuring compliance with Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.

You will review colleagues’ drawings, inspect on-site works, and liaise with clients and contractors while supporting the growth of the team. The ideal candidate will have a Civil/Structural engineering degree, 2–5 years of experience, and strong AutoCAD proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3rd level qualification in Civil or Structural engineering.
• Chartered or near Chartered with 2–5 years’ experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and experience using AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience with several construction methods and materials.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary scheme design options for discussion and approval.
• Produce structural design calculations and drawings to Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.
• Review drawings and designs from other design team members and external consultants.
• Site inspections: inspecting steel reinforcement prior to concrete pour and workmanship on site.
• Daily problem solving to produce safe, economical, and structurally viable design solutions.
• Liaise with clients, design team and contractors and support team growth.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Math proficiency

Project management

Team collaboration

On-site supervision

Education

Civil or Structural engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our team at DBFL in the role of Structural Engineer.

The successful candidate is expected to be autonomous and familiar with current codes of practice. They must demonstrate a level of responsibility taken on projects from details design through to supervision of work on site with a knowledge of building control regulations and procedures.

Key roles and responsibilities:

Reporting to a Director/Team Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following :-

• Preparing preliminary scheme design options for discussion and approval.

• Producing structural design calculations and drawings to Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.

• Reviewing drawings and designs from other members of the design team and external consultants.

• Site inspections involving inspecting steel reinforcement prior to concrete pour and general workmanship on site.

• Daily problem solving in order to produce safe, economical, and structurally viable design solutions.

• Liaising with clients, design team and contractors and supporting the growth and the development of the Team.

• Perform other duties as required.

Desired qualifications and requirements:

• Minimum of 3rd level qualification in Civil or Structural engineering.

• Preferably chartered or near chartered with a minimum of 2-5 years’ experience.

• Advanced knowledge and experience using AutoCAD.

• Hands-on experience using several construction methods and materials.

• Great analytical and mathematical skills to conduct accurate calculations.

• Excellent project management skills.

• Strong work ethic and dedicated to tasks with a positive attitude.

• Flexible approach and the ability to adapt to a new and evolving environment.

What we offer:

• Significant investment in your career development.

• Competitive market salary.

• Pension matched up to 5% of salary.

• Generous annual leave allowance (basic allowance 23 days).

• Additional service recognition leave.

• Hybrid working.

• Tax saver scheme & bike to work scheme.

• Annual professional institution subscription paid.

• Wellbeing support including access to an independent Employee Assistance Scheme.

• A working culture that is diverse, inclusive and looks after your wellness at work.

• Company social committee which organises many social events throughout the year.

• Continuous technical learning paths through a wide range of activities, knowledge sharing platforms, seminars and workshops, lunch and learn presentations and other events that can support your career growth.

CPD Accreditation

We are a certified CPD Accredited Employer with Engineers Ireland (EI) , recognising that the company can only grow and develop through its people. Our employees are our major asset and as an EI CPD Accredited Employer we are fully committed to raising and maintaining employee competency levels in order to develop a workforce that is encouraged to create and innovate.

Equal Opportunities

At DBFL, we are proud to be a Gold Accredited Investors in Diversity award recipient, reflecting our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique talents. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just a policy, but a core value. DBFL is a forward-thinking engineering consultancy and an equal opportunities employer.

Availability: ASAP.
Locations: Cork
Salary: Negotiable (depending on experience)