Structural Engineer

Fairhurst; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and be working towards Chartered status. Responsibilities include structural analysis, design, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on diverse projects. The firm offers competitive salary, flexible benefits, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Comprehensive training opportunities

Contributory pension

Personal health care plan

Life insurance

33 days annual leave

Bonus Schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural design across a range of materials.
• Ability to manage workload and deliver to deadlines.
• Previous experience in a UK Consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural analysis and detailed design for projects.
• Design input for technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Carry out site inspections and liaise with contractors.

Skills

Structural design

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Working towards Chartered status (MICE or MIStructE)

Tools

Design software (eg. TSD, Tedds)

Job description

About the Company – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society.

About the Role – We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join the Glasgow Office. This opportunity would suit an ambitious Structural Engineer with a focus on career progression, who enjoys working within a collaborative environment on exciting and varied projects across Scotland and the UK.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake structural analysis and detailed design for building and infrastructure projects in accordance with relevant building regulations, design standards, codes of practice and health and safety standards.
• Design input associated with preparation of technical drawings, specifications and reports.
• Carry out site inspections and liaise with contractors during construction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality engineering solutions.
• Support Senior Engineers and Mentor graduate Engineers.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Masters Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Working towards Chartered status (MICE or MIStructE).
• Proven experience in structural design across a range of materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry).
• Strong knowledge of design software (eg. TSD, Tedds etc.)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage workload and deliver to deadlines
• Previous experience in a UK Consultancy
• Full clean driving license

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package
• Comprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees
• Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays)
• Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme
• Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award
• Additional benefits may vary between offices

You can learn more about our staff benefitshere.

ETHOS

We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.