Structural Product Development Engineer - Design and Detailing
Listed on 2026-08-28
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Engineering
Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineering
Product Development Engineer - Structural Design & Detailing
Technology & Innovation Introduction
Transforming Construction with Design, Detailing and product Innovation whilst building advanced manufacturing facilities to support MMC.
What if your engineering ideas could help shape the future of construction?
Join Laing O'Rourke's Technology & Innovation Team and work at the forefront of construction innovation.
You'llhelp develop andvalidatenew products, advancedmaterialsand modern construction solutions for some of the world's most complex infrastructure programmes.
This is not a traditional design role. Working alongside experts in engineering, manufacturing, digitaltechnologyand research,you'lltake innovative concepts from early-stage development through testing and validation to real-worldapplication.
From advancing Steel-Plate composite construction to bespoke automated manufacturing facilities supporting the future of clean energy,you'llhelp create the technologies and solutions that will define the next generation of energy infrastructure.
Role overviewAs a Product Development Engineer within our Technology &Innovation team,you'llcombine structural engineeringexpertisewith innovation, advancedmanufacturingand product development to create smarter, more efficient ways of deliveringclean energy infrastructure. Working at the interface of design,manufacturing and construction,you'llhelp shape future methods of reinforcement,prefabricationand modern construction solutions for major infrastructure programmes.
You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to turn innovative ideas into practical, scalable outcomes that improve project delivery.
- Develop innovative permanent works design solutions that support advanced manufacturing, particularly preassembled reinforcement cage solutions.
- Lead and support technology and innovation initiatives that align design and detailing with advanced manufacturing requirements.
- Work with Design Automation and Configuration teams to improve design efficiency,consistency and repeatability.
- Identify and develop new product opportunities for the Energy sector, ensuring solutions are compliant,practical and manufacturable.
- Provide early-stage engineering input to embed Modern Methods of Construction into future green energyprojects.
- Deliver structural engineeringexpertiseacross a range of Technology & Innovation activities.
- Optimisepermanent and temporaryworkssolutions to support advanced manufacturing facilities and project outcomes.
- Build strong relationships across clients, designers,suppliers and internal teams to help drive innovation adoption.
- Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineeringor livedexperience.
- Civil and structural engineering design capability with knowledge of relevant design codes and standards.
- Excellent understanding of structuralbehaviourand first-principles engineering.
- A passion for innovation, continuousimprovementand solving complex technical challenges.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders.
- Experience in product development, innovation or research and development environments.
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods,prefabricationand product-based engineering approaches.
- Temporary Works design experience withinconstruction ormajor infrastructure projects.
- Progress towards professional chartership with ICE,IStruct
Eor a similar institution. - Comfortable working with ambiguity and helping shape new ways of working.
- Enthusiasm foremergingtechnologies and turning ideas into practical outcomes.
About Laing O'Rourke
Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction business known for pushing boundaries in digital engineering, modern methods of construction and sustainable delivery. With more than 150 years of heritage, we are committed to creating environments in which diverse teams can excel and thrive.
Accessibility & Inclusion
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. We're also happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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