Senior Structural Engineer

️ Senior Structural Engineer



Location: Edinburgh

Sector: Building Structures – Commercial, Education & Residential

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Consultancy Environment



About the Role:



An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established engineering consultancy in Edinburgh. You’ll play a key role in leading and delivering structural design and analysis on a variety of commercial, educational, and residential building projects across Scotland and the wider UK.



You’ll collaborate closely with clients, architects, contractors, and colleagues to deliver creative and sustainable engineering solutions, taking responsibility for project delivery, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the strategic growth of the structural team.



️ Key Responsibilities:



Lead the structural design of new-build and refurbishment projects from concept through to construction



Undertake detailed analysis and design using Eurocodes, British Standards, and relevant software (e.g. Tekla, Tedds, Robot, Revit, etc.)



Coordinate design deliverables with multidisciplinary teams including M&E and civil engineers



Attend design team and client meetings, presenting engineering input with clarity and confidence



Mentor and review work by junior engineers and technicians



Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulations and internal QA procedures



Prepare specifications, calculations, reports and oversee drawing production



Support the bid process and business development by preparing proposals and building client relationships



Requirements:



Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering



Chartered (or near Chartered) with ICE or IStructE



Significant UK experience delivering building structures in commercial, residential, and/or education sectors



Strong knowledge of design in concrete, steel, masonry, and timber



Competent in structural design software and BIM coordination tools



Confident communicator and team player



A proactive, hands-on attitude with a desire to lead and influence projects



Apply now if you're looking to take the next step in your career, lead meaningful projects, and contribute to a supportive and growing consultancy team