Senior Structural Engineer

Leicester (Hybrid) - 2 Days WFH

£45,000 - £55,000 + benefits package

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Structural Engineer to join a well-established and award-winning structural engineering team in Leicester. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer looking to take ownership of projects, support junior staff, and play a key role in delivering high-quality design solutions across a varied portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structural design solutions across a range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, and healthcare
• Take responsibility for projects from concept through to completion
• Produce and review design calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and other consultants
• Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and BIM Level 2 requirements

Project Portfolio

• Projects across the East Midlands and UK
• Sectors include education, healthcare, industrial, commercial, and residential
• Project values ranging from £250k to £30m

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in structural engineering
• Strong design experience in steel, timber, masonry, and reinforced concrete
• Good understanding of geotechnical engineering principles
• Experience working within BIM Level 2 environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Working towards Chartered status (IStructE or ICE) preferred

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage workload independently
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Motivated to develop and progress professionally

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities