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Senior Structural Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Nationwide
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Structural Design Engineer (Water)
Locations: Warrington or Bristol
We’re working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Senior Structural Design Engineer to join their growing water team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a high-performing business delivering critical infrastructure across the UK. Our client is a major player in the construction and civil engineering sector, with a strong order book and a reputation for quality and innovation.
About the Role
This role will see you take a key position within the design team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, compliant structural designs within the water and wastewater sector. You’ll work closely with Principal Engineers, Design Leads, and other stakeholders, and may take on line management responsibilities. It’s a hands-on technical role requiring strong design delivery skills, and you'll contribute across a wide range of areas including engineering governance, procurement, and mentoring.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver structural designs for water and wastewater projects as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
Contribute to early-stage design development, producing reports, calculations, and outline drawings
Carry out detailed structural design in reinforced concrete and steel for above- and below-ground assets
Modify and enhance designs for existing infrastructure, such as treatment plants
Support junior engineers through mentoring and knowledge sharing
Champion carbon-efficient design approaches
Assist in planning, costing, and scheduling with project managers
Engage across disciplines and provide support to construction teams
Focus predominantly on water sector projects, with some involvement in temporary works
Conduct site visits and condition assessments, compiling reports accordingly
Review third-party structural calculations to ensure compliance and safety
What We’re Looking For:
Minimum 5 years’ structural engineering experience, ideally in the water/wastewater sector
Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete design for infrastructure such as pumping stations, reservoirs, and foundations
Deep understanding of relevant design codes, including BS EN 1992 (Eurocode 2)
Experience in both new build projects and structural assessments of existing assets
Proficiency in tools such as STAAD.Pro (for RC tanks), Strand7 (FEA), and TEKLA TEDDS or equivalent
Ability to produce and review detailed structural calculations, specifications, and technical reports
Effective communication and coordination skills
Previous experience working with major clients (e.g., Severn Trent, Thames Water) is a plus
Ability to collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored technical solutions
Willingness to attend site meetings and contribute across all project phases
What Our Client Offers in Return
Our client is one of the UK’s foremost principal contractors, with a £3.8 billion order book and a strong pipeline of long-term infrastructure work. You'll join a business with a genuine commitment to professional development, offering bespoke training and career progression through initiatives like Career Paths. Their people-first culture, wellbeing support, and flexible working policies make it an ideal environment for driven professionals looking to make a real impact.
Benefits include:
Company car or car allowance
Competitive salary and pension scheme
Increasing holiday entitlement with service (plus option to purchase extra leave)
Private medical options for all salaried staff
Annual membership to a professional body
Corporate discounts and cycle to work scheme
Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
If you're a skilled structural engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic Tier 1 environment, we’d love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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