Structural Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension matched up to 5%

23 days annual leave

TaxSaver scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

Social events

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Structural Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Dublin. The role offers ownership of projects, close collaboration with clients, contractors and design teams, and progression opportunities through a technically focused environment.

You will work through the project lifecycle from preliminary design to site inspections, with responsibilities including design options, calculations, drawings, site supervision and coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 2-5 years' relevant structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of current structural design codes and Eurocodes.
• Experience producing structural calculations and drawings.
• Advanced knowledge and experience using AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience with construction methods and materials.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Good understanding of Irish Building Regulations and statutory procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Flexible approach and ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary structural design options for discussion and approval.
• Produce structural design calculations and drawings in accordance with Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.
• Take responsibility for projects from detailed design through to construction and site supervision.
• Review drawings and designs produced by other members of the design team and external consultants.
• Carry out site inspections, including reinforcement inspections prior to concrete pours and general workmanship inspections.
• Develop safe, economical and structurally viable design solutions to technical and construction challenges.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other members of the design team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the wider team in the delivery of projects and contribute to the continued development of the team.
• Assist with project management and coordination as required.
• Carry out other duties as required to support successful project delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Structural Engineer

Job Summary

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering structural, civil and transportation engineering solutions across a wide range of projects in Ireland. They work on complex and high-profile developments, providing practical, innovative and technically robust solutions from initial concept through to construction.

They are now seeking a Structural Engineer to join their team in Dublin. This role would suit an engineer who is looking to take ownership of projects, develop their technical expertise and work closely with clients, contractors and wider design teams.

The successful candidate will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from preliminary and detailed structural design through to site inspections and construction support. The role offers strong opportunities for career development within a collaborative and technically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary structural scheme design options for discussion and approval.
• Produce structural design calculations and drawings in accordance with Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.
• Take responsibility for projects from detailed design through to construction and site supervision.
• Review drawings and designs produced by other members of the design team and external consultants.
• Carry out site inspections, including reinforcement inspections prior to concrete pours and general workmanship inspections.
• Develop safe, economical and structurally viable design solutions to technical and construction challenges.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other members of the design team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the wider team in the delivery of projects and contribute to the continued development of the team.
• Assist with project management and coordination as required.
• Carry out other duties as required to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 8 qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 2-5 years' relevant structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of current structural design codes and Eurocodes.
• Experience producing structural calculations and drawings.
• Advanced knowledge and experience using AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience with a range of construction methods and structural materials.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Good understanding of Irish Building Regulations and relevant statutory procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Flexible approach and ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status.
• Experience carrying projects from detailed design through to construction.
• Previous experience carrying out structural inspections and construction-stage support.
• Experience working across a variety of building types and construction methods.

Benefits

• Competitive market salary, negotiable depending on experience.
• Significant investment in career development.
• Pension matched up to 5% of salary.
• 23 days' annual leave, with additional service recognition leave.
• Hybrid working.
• TaxSaver scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Annual professional institution subscription paid.
• Wellbeing support, including access to an independent Employee Assistance Scheme.
• Diverse and inclusive working environment.
• Company social committee and regular social events.
• Continuous technical learning through seminars, workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions and lunch-and-learn presentations.
• Strong CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of technically challenging and high-profile projects.