Senior / Principal Structural Design Engineer

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Job Overview

Principal Structural Design Engineer position in the Building Structures team. Responsibilities include leading structural design for a range of high‑profile projects across airports, technology facilities, data centers, residential and industrial refurbishments, rail infrastructure, and energy developments. You will ensure designs meet robust safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements and mentor junior engineers.

Key Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Chartered Engineer with relevant professional membership
  • Strong experience in building structure design and specification to standards/regulations
  • Proficient in structural analysis/design software (e.g., Robot, ETABS, SAFE) – advantageous
  • Ability to conduct structural inspections and report defects
  • Knowledge of multi‑disciplinary design processes

Benefits

  • Up to 10% pension contribution
  • 24 days holiday (+10 days bought)
  • Free medical and income protection insurance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities for volunteering and global giving programmes

EEO and Inclusion

Jacobs is a disability confident employer and welcomes applications from candidates seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements.

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Job Overview

Principal Structural Design Engineer position in the Building Structures team. Responsibilities include leading structural design for a range of high‑profile projects across airports, technology facilities, data centers, residential and industrial refurbishments, rail infrastructure, and energy developments. You will ensure designs meet robust safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements and mentor junior engineers.

Key Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Chartered Engineer with relevant professional membership
  • Strong experience in building structure design and specification to standards/regulations
  • Proficient in structural analysis/design software (e.g., Robot, ETABS, SAFE) – advantageous
  • Ability to conduct structural inspections and report defects
  • Knowledge of multi‑disciplinary design processes

Benefits

  • Up to 10% pension contribution
  • 24 days holiday (+10 days bought)
  • Free medical and income protection insurance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities for volunteering and global giving programmes

EEO and Inclusion

Jacobs is a disability confident employer and welcomes applications from candidates seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements.

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Posted: April 27th, 2026