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Job Title: Chartered Structural Design Engineer
Location: Leeds (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 WFH)
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum
About the Company
Our client is a well-established structural and civil engineering consultancy headquartered in Leeds, with a strong reputation for delivering creative yet practical design solutions across multiple sectors. They work on projects throughout the UK, ranging from large-scale developments to bespoke, complex structures.
The consultancy is known for:
Varied Project Portfolio: Projects span residential, commercial, education, healthcare, cultural, and heritage sectors, offering engineers exposure to both new-build and refurbishment schemes.
Innovative Thinking: The team prides itself on combining modern engineering techniques with a practical approach to constructability.
Sustainable Engineering: They actively embed sustainable principles into designs, considering embodied carbon, long-term resilience, and material efficiency.
Collaborative Team Culture: The firm’s supportive structure promotes professional growth, leadership opportunities, and strong multidisciplinary collaboration.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Structural Engineer (MICE or MIStructE) to join a growing consultancy in Leeds. This is very much a design focused role, and the successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering projects from design through to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the structural design and delivery of projects for hi-rise steel-framed residential buildings from 35 – 50 storeys.
Produce and check calculations, drawings, and specifications in line with Eurocodes and British Standards.
Manage and coordinate with architects, contractors, and other consultants to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
Attend site visits to monitor progress, conduct inspections, and resolve technical issues.
Your Profile
Essential:
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with ICE or IStructE.
Strong technical expertise in the design of steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures.
Proven experience leading projects through all stages of design and construction.
Skilled in structural analysis/design software (e.g., Tekla, SCIA, SAP2000, IDEA Statica) and BIM/CAD tools (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with confidence in presenting and managing stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Desirable:
Experience in sustainable design and embodied carbon assessments.
Track record of winning or contributing to new project work.
Previous involvement in mentoring graduate/junior engineers.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary up to £65,000 (DOE).
The opportunity to work on diverse, challenging, and high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
Clear career progression, with opportunities to move into senior management or associate roles.
Hybrid working arrangements from the Leeds office.
Supportive and collaborative environment, with ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
Benefits package including pension contributions, performance-related bonuses, and professional membership support.
How to Apply
If you are a Chartered Structural Engineer seeking to take the next step in your career—working with a consultancy where you can combine technical leadership, client interaction, and career progression—we’d love to hear from you.
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