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    We are seeking Graduate Structural Design Engineers to join our dynamic team. Reporting day-to-day to the Senior Engineers, you will play a key role in developing our design packages. You will ensure that projects are delivered with technical accuracy, commercial viability, and adherence to programme deadlines.

    This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and skilled graduate who will contribute to high-profile projects across diverse sectors such as power transmission and distribution, manufacturing, and construction, including critical renewables infrastructure.

    About us

    As a leader in structural and civil engineering, we specialise in bespoke projects across diverse industries, delivering innovation, and exceptional quality at every step of the way.

    With a critical role in building the transmission infrastructure to achieve 2030 targets and net-zero ambitions, we are at the forefront of engineering excellence. This is your chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team of professionals enthusiastic about solving problems, innovating solutions, and making a real impact.

    Key responsibilities

    • Technical Design: develop structural designs using relevant software such as SCIA Engineer, Tekla, AutoCAD, and IDEA StatiCa.
    • Standards Compliance: ensure designs align with client specifications, current standards, and regulatory requirements.
    • Collaboration: working as part of our established design team, you will collaborate closely with other designers, detailing, production, and fabrication teams to produce cost-effective and safe designs tailored to manufacturing and installation needs.

    What we are looking for

    Qualifications

    • MEng in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (BEng will be considered).
    • Willingness to work towards chartership (ICE, IStructE).
    • Knowledge of the use of structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) (ideally SCIA Engineer and IDEA StatiCa) would be of use.
    • Familiarity of 3D CAD modelling or detailing software (preferably Tekla Structures) and AutoCAD for 2D CAD drawings

    Technical skills

    • Required knowledge of structural steelwork design.
    • Preferred experience of detailed design, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
    • Preferred experience in creating technical reports.
    • Ability to interpret and produce accurate technical drawings.
    • Familiarity with industry standards, codes of practice, and regulations, including Eurocodes.

    Personal attributes

    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Ability to working independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
    • Maintains a high level of attention to detail.
    • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
    • Positive engagement with stakeholders across various departments and disciplines.

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary.
    • Professional development opportunities.
    • Support for chartership (ICE, IStructE).
    • Health and wellness programs.
    • Company pension scheme.
    • Holiday allowance and birthday day off
    • Employee assistance program.

    Apply today by submitting your CV and take the first step towards a rewarding and exciting career. Please note, we may close this advert early depending on the volume of applications received.