Structural Engineer
Matchtech
Our client, a dynamic consultancy in the cross-sector engineering industry, is currently seeking to appoint a Structural Engineer. This permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on various building and infrastructure projects, collaborating closely with Project Managers and senior staff. The position is designed to support your progression toward a professional qualification in IStructE or ICE.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Knowledge & Application
- Undertake structural analysis and design across a variety of projects involving steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
- Apply engineering principles and professional judgement to solve technical challenges, producing calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Develop safe, practical, sustainable, and cost-effective design solutions, considering buildability and whole-life performance.
- Use industry-standard software such as Masterseries, Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, or similar (Masterseries preferred).
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, including Eurocodes and the Building Safety Act 2022.
Leadership & Development
- Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians as appropriate.
- Actively develop skills aligned with IStructE/ICE professional development pathways.
- Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, quality, and delivery methods.
- Take on increasing responsibility in project delivery as experience develops.
Communication & Collaboration
- Liaise effectively with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated solutions.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Delivery & Responsibility
- Take ownership of defined design packages, ensuring delivery to agreed scope, programme, budget, and quality standards.
- Support Project Managers in coordinating project activities and meeting client requirements.
- Contribute to technical reports, design reviews, and project documentation.
- Manage time and resources effectively to support project profitability.
Professional Commitment
- Work in accordance with relevant standards, codes, company procedures, and quality systems.
- Demonstrate awareness of health, safety, wellbeing, risk management, and environmental considerations.
- Apply sustainable engineering principles in all aspects of design and delivery.
- Actively pursue professional qualification (IStructE/ICE) and maintain continuous professional development (CPD).
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- Experience in structural analysis and design across common materials.
- Familiarity with structural design software such as Masterseries, Tekla, Robot, ETABS.
- Knowledge of UK design standards, including Eurocodes and British Standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for professional development and progression.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Diverse and interesting range of projects to work on.
If you are a motivated Structural Engineer looking to advance your career in a thriving environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and talented team.
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