Senior Structural Engineer (Highways)

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A little more about your role…

The role is based from our WSP Shrewsbury office, with flexible working allowing for a mix of in-office and home working. There is also the potential for the role to be based in Birmingham, with travel to Shropshire required on a regular basis.

As a Senior Structural Engineer within our team your role will be varied but will include taking the lead on bridge maintenance designs – including scheme investigations, feasibility studies, detailed design, tender input, site inspections an construction supervision and assessment.

Other roles and responsibilities will include:

  • Inspection of structures to DMRB and the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
  • Provision of technical input to the agreement of project briefs, proposals, and deliverables with Project Managers.
  • Carrying out the checking, certifying (AIP's) and authorising for issue, designs, documents, and reports.
  • Manage the delivery of technical outputs of project teams.
  • Demonstrate compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare and CDM responsibilities
  • Be an active and collaborative team member, and work with other disciplines, including the Client team.
  • Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within team.
  • Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

  • Relevant Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Full Member of relevant professional body, CEng or IEng, or supporting evidence to demonstrate an advanced application for future submission.
  • Experience working as a Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and other highways structures.
  • Evidence of being independently responsible for delivering complex projects.
  • A commitment to working collaboratively and innovation.

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Location: Shrewsbury
Job Description:

A little more about your role…

The role is based from our WSP Shrewsbury office, with flexible working allowing for a mix of in-office and home working. There is also the potential for the role to be based in Birmingham, with travel to Shropshire required on a regular basis.

As a Senior Structural Engineer within our team your role will be varied but will include taking the lead on bridge maintenance designs – including scheme investigations, feasibility studies, detailed design, tender input, site inspections an construction supervision and assessment.

Other roles and responsibilities will include:

  • Inspection of structures to DMRB and the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
  • Provision of technical input to the agreement of project briefs, proposals, and deliverables with Project Managers.
  • Carrying out the checking, certifying (AIP’s) and authorising for issue, designs, documents, and reports.
  • Manage the delivery of technical outputs of project teams.
  • Demonstrate compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare and CDM responsibilities
  • Be an active and collaborative team member, and work with other disciplines, including the Client team.
  • Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within team.
  • Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

  • Relevant Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Full Member of relevant professional body, CEng or IEng, or supporting evidence to demonstrate an advanced application for future submission.
  • Experience working as a Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and other highways structures.
  • Evidence of being independently responsible for delivering complex projects.
  • A commitment to working collaboratively and innovation.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: April 20th, 2026