Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Greater Manchester
2-3+ Years'' Experience
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Emtech Recruitment is working with a well-established and award-winning Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy in Greater Manchester that is looking to appoint a Structural Engineer to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer with around 2-3 years'' post-graduate experience who is keen to take ownership of projects, develop their technical expertise and progress towards Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered (CEng) status.

Working on a diverse range of residential, commercial and industrial developments, you''ll gain exposure to projects from initial concept through to construction while working alongside experienced Chartered Engineers.

As a Structural Engineer, you''ll play an important role in delivering structural design projects and supporting clients throughout the design process.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking responsibility for the structural design of projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer or Director.
• Attending client and design team meetings to help develop project briefs and technical solutions.
• Organising and reviewing site investigations where required.
• Producing outline design schemes before progressing to detailed structural calculations.
• Designing structures in steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.
• Preparing structural calculations using industry-standard software and hand calculations in accordance with UK Building Regulations and Eurocodes.
• Working closely with technicians to produce high-quality drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Assisting with project management and the day-to-day delivery of multiple projects.

We''re looking for someone who has:

• A BEng or MEng (2:1 or above) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• A minimum of 2-3 years'' post-graduate experience within a UK engineering consultancy.
• Progress towards Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered (CEng) status with the IStructE or ICE.
• A good understanding of UK Building Regulations, British Standards and Eurocodes.
• Experience using structural design software such as Tekla Tedds and/or Tekla Structural Designer.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
• A proactive attitude and enthusiasm to continue developing technically.

A CSCS card and full UK driving licence would be beneficial but are not essential.

You''ll have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects including:

• High-end residential developments and bespoke luxury homes.
• Domestic extensions, alterations and refurbishment schemes.
• Basement and subterranean structures.
• Bespoke swimming pool structures.
• Low- and medium-rise residential and commercial developments.
• Existing building conversions.
• Temporary works design.
• Retaining walls and external works.
• Private and adopted drainage design.
• Structural inspections, surveys and defect diagnosis.

This variety offers excellent technical exposure and the opportunity to broaden your experience across structural and civil engineering disciplines.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Your birthday off each year.
• Annual performance bonus of up to 12% of salary following 12 months'' service.
• Private healthcare after 12 months'' service.
• Company pension.
• Company mobile phone.
• Regular social and team-building events.
• Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership.
• The opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive consultancy delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a diverse range of projects.