Structural Engineer

ALink Recruitment are working with a well-established and fast-paced structural engineering consultancy based near Kings Cross Station who bring over 30 years of expertise to the London domestic and small-to-medium commercial markets.

Their diverse range of projects includes:

● Rear and side extensions, loft conversions, and basements

● Structural refurbishment and structural beam design

● Structural inspections, reporting, subsidence investigations, and cracking/movement diagnosis

● New build domestic and small commercial structures

● Conceptual projects such as development of airspace

The client is a friendly and hard-working team with extremely low staff turnover, a strong work ethic, and shared values. They take pride in consulting closely with their clients, architects, and surveyors to deliver high-quality engineering designs on time and within budget.

The Role:

Seeking an ambitious Junior Structural Engineer. Working as a key part of the structural design team, you will collaborate daily with our Directors, Associates, and Senior Engineers, receiving direct mentorship and guidance to help with your future development.

The client look for individuals planning on staying for the long term and pushing themselves to get Chartered. This position offers a direct path for professional growth, allowing you to take on increasing responsibility and work autonomously as you develop your skills.

Key Responsibilities:

● Complete structural designs and calculations both digitally and by hand.

● Perform structural drafting and create detailed 2D plans and elevations using AutoCAD.

● Coordinate daily with Directors, Associates, and Senior Engineers regarding design schemes and ongoing jobs.

● Assist in conducting site visits, structural inspections, and drafting clear, concise structural reports in plain English.

● Liaise with external project stakeholders, including clients, architects, surveyors, and building inspectors.

● Manage your own time and project tasks efficiently.

Candidate Requirements

Must Have:

● A degree (BEng or MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering.

● A minimum of 2 years of relevant post-graduate experience in structural design and drafting, with a strong focus on the London residential and refurbishment sectors.

● Solid proficiency in AutoCAD, with experience working with layers, plans, and detailed drawings.

● Experience or strong capability to generate structural calculations by hand and/or using software.

● A genuine passion for structural engineering and a clear ambition to actively work towards Chartership (IStructE or ICE).

Advantageous Skills:

● Proficiency with engineering design software (such as Revit, Tedds, Eurobeam, or similar).

● Good knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Google Docs and Sheets)

● Excellent communication and written report-writing skills.

● Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.