Graduate Structural Engineer

Nicholas Associates Graduate Placements

Location: Hampshire

Salary: Up to £35K

About the Role

An established civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking a Junior Civil / Structural Engineer to join its team. The role will involve working across a diverse range of projects within both the domestic and commercial sectors, including new developments, specialist structural systems, residential extensions, and structural surveys.

The breadth of work offers exposure to projects of varying scale and complexity, working with a wide range of clients from private individuals to large organisations across the UK.

You'll be joining a close‑knit team in a relaxed, professional office environment with a strong work ethic and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be involved in structural projects from initial concept through to completion. Typical responsibilities may include:

  • Involvement in projects of varying scale from conception to completion
  • Assessing and understanding project requirements
  • Undertaking design work across multiple disciplines
  • Agreeing timescales and specifications with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Preparing technical documents, calculations, and reports
  • Working towards professional accreditation and maintaining CPD

Candidate Specification

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Confidence when liaising with clients, contractors, and colleagues
  • Experience using industry software such as AutoCAD, MasterSeries, TEDDS, or similar
  • Competency with Microsoft Office for producing project documentation
  • A commitment to professional excellence and continuous personal development
  • A Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng may be considered)
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively
  • Experience producing plans, design calculations, reports, and construction drawings
  • The ability to collaborate with other professionals on multidisciplinary projects

What's in It for You

  • A friendly, supportive, and driven working environment
  • The opportunity to help shape and define your role within the team
  • Office social events
  • Paid overtime
  • Performance‑based bonus
  • Generous mileage allowance for business travel
  • The chance to work within a desirable location surrounded by attractive countryside

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

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