Graduate Structural Engineer
A well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Graduate Structural Engineer to join its structural team in a South East England location within reasonable commuting distance of London.
The business delivers engineering, design and surveying services across the built environment, working on projects from early concept through to construction. Schemes span commercial, R&D, energy and residential sectors, including both new-build and refurbishment work.
You will join a collaborative and supportive team environment, working alongside civil engineering, transport, surveying and related in-house disciplines, with clear support for professional development and career progression.
Responsibilities
- Structural design and analysis in steel, concrete, timber and masonry
- Preparation of calculations, sketches and technical design outputs using industry-standard software
- Supporting project delivery under senior engineer guidance
- Liaising with architects, contractors and internal multi-disciplinary teams
- Attending design meetings and assisting with coordination and reporting
- Developing technical solutions and contributing to problem-solving
- Progressing towards Chartership (IStructE and/or ICE) with structured support
- Attending site visits and checking construction against design intent
- Maintaining awareness of health, safety and statutory requirements
Skills & Experience
Essential
- BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
- Good grounding in structural engineering principles
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Proactive approach to learning and development
Desirable
- Up to 2+ years' experience in a structural engineering consultancy
- Experience using common building materials
- Familiarity with structural design software
- Basic understanding of geotechnics and foundation design
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with graduate to early-career level
- Pension scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Generous annual leave with buy/sell options
- Paid professional memberships
- Structured CPD, study leave and full Chartership support
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Cycle-to-work and travel season-ticket support
- Regular social and wellbeing activities