Structural Engineer​/Connection Design Engineer

Job Title:

Structural Engineer - Structural Steel & Timber Hybrid Projects

Location:

Derby (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days from Home)
Salary:
Up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)
🏗 Sector:
Engineering | Construction | Structural Design

We are working with one of the market leaders in sustainable structural solutions, known for delivering innovative and complex projects across the UK. Their portfolio includes a range of large-scale commercial, education, and mixed-use developments, with a growing focus on hybrid structural systems. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a talented Structural Engineer to join their Derby-based team.

You’ll play a key role in the design and delivery of structural steel and engineered timber hybrid projects. Working alongside a highly experienced team, you’ll take technical ownership of your designs, ensuring they are both code-compliant and commercially viable.

• Lead and contribute to the structural design of hybrid projects using steel and timber.
• Ensure all work complies with Eurocode 5 and relevant British Standards.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, and in-house project teams to develop structural solutions.
• Provide technical support during project delivery phases, including site liaison when required.
• Use structural analysis and modelling software to carry out calculations and simulations.
• Review drawings, conduct risk assessments, and prepare structural reports.

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Structural Engineer
• Strong background in structural steel and timber hybrid construction
• Proven experience working with Eurocode 5
• Proficient with structural design software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, ETABS, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently in a hybrid environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working model — typically 2-3 days from home
• Opportunity to work with a pioneering engineering firm on innovative timber/steel hybrid projects
• Excellent career development support and CPD opportunities
• Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment

If you’re a Structural Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a leader in hybrid structural design, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Sharon O’Donnell for more information