Structural Engineer

A well-established architectural practice with an in-house structural engineering team is looking to appoint a Structural Engineer to join its Sheffield-based office. The consultancy employs around 100 professional staff, with a close-knit engineering team of 13, and delivers innovative, technically robust projects across the UK.

This is a full-time, predominantly office-based role offering the opportunity to work closely alongside architects and other built-environment professionals in a collaborative, design-led environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will be involved in the structural analysis and design of buildings from concept through to construction across a wide range of sectors.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

Structural analysis and design in steel, concrete, masonry and timber

Preparation of structural calculations, specifications and technical reports

Site inspections and structural appraisals

Working collaboratively with architects, engineers and external consultants

Supporting projects from early design stages through to delivery

Project Exposure

You will gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of technically engaging schemes, including:

Multi-million-pound precast concrete university buildings

High-rise student accommodation refurbishments and extensions

New build retail developments for national retailers

Large steel-framed industrial and warehouse schemes

Multi-storey care homes in load-bearing masonry

Projects are delivered nationwide across Residential, Commercial, Retail, Healthcare, Leisure and Student Accommodation sectors.

Requirements

Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering

Typically 2+ years' experience in consulting engineering, although candidates outside this range will be considered

Strong understanding of building structures and core structural engineering principles

Experience using hand calculations, spreadsheets and structural design software

Experience with finite element analysis software such as Tekla Structural Designer

Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience

Full-time office-based role with flexibility for ad hoc home working where required

7.5-hour working day between 8:30am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday

25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure and up to 2 additional concessionary days

Regular CPD seminars

Annual career reviews

Company-wide social events

Supportive, progressive and design-focused working culture

If you would like further details or wish to discuss the opportunity in more depth, please get in touch.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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