Senior Structural Design Engineer

Is it time for a career change?



Aspion Search is proud to represent a steel construction company in their search for a Senior Structural Design Engineer to join their design team due to a continued pipeline of high-profile, technically demanding projects.



The Business:



A well-established, family-run firm with over 50 years of industry excellence

Specialists in structural steelwork with a reputation for innovation and reliability

Known for delivering complex steel structures across major UK sectors – from infrastructure to commercial development



The Role of the Senior Structural Design Engineer:



They are looking to strengthen their design team with a senior-level engineer to take on high-profile and complex structural projects.



Here’s how:



Deliver high-quality structural designs for steel frameworks and complex connections

Conduct manual and software-based calculations to British and Eurocode standards

Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients throughout project lifecycles

Maintain effective client relationships to support repeat business and referrals

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Attend design meetings and contribute to technical discussions



About You:



Degree qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (ideally working toward Chartered status)

Minimum 8 years’ experience in UK-based structural steel design

Proven experience in steelwork frame and connection design

Proficient in Tekla Structural Designer, Masterseries, S-Frame, IDEA StatiCa

Strong knowledge of British and European design standards

Confident producing both manual and software-based calculations

Experience in temporary works design (desirable)

Previous experience with a UK-based steelwork fabricator (essential)



Benefits of the Senior Structural Design Engineer:



33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown)

Company pension: 5% employer / 3% employee contributions

Life assurance

Flexitime options

Performance-related bonus scheme

A collaborative, technically driven team environment where your ideas matter



If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!



Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today.



Please get in touch with Adele Lewis or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.



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