Principal Structural Engineer

Company: Fusion People Ltd
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Location: Northallerton
Job Description:

Principal Structural Engineer

Location: North Yorkshire

Company: Multidisciplinary Consultancy

Type: Full-Time | Permanent (Hybrid – 2 days WFH)

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop structural design solutions for both superstructures and substructures across varied sectors and challenging sites.
  • Collaborate within a multi‑discipline design team to deliver contractible, cost‑effective, and client‑focused outcomes.
  • Produce detailed calculations and design specifications using hand calculations and software tools such as AutoCAD, TEDDS, and Tekla Structural Designer.
  • Manage multiple project workflows, budgets, and timelines while supporting junior engineers.
  • Conduct site surveys, attend project meetings, respond to technical queries, and oversee construction phases.
  • Undertake structural condition assessments and provide remediation reports.
  • Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and relevant UK and European standards.

Requirements

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Extensive post‑qualification experience in an engineering consultancy.
  • Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry design.
  • Proficiency in relevant design software and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Proven ability to work independently on surveys, designs, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication skills and a full UK driving license.
  • Experience working on building structures.

Benefits

  • Annual leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave per year.
  • Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution.
  • Hybrid working to support a healthy work‑life balance.
  • Ongoing professional development through varying project work.
  • Flexible working system allowing team members to accrue 1.5 days flexi time per month.
  • Good maternity leave package.
  • Cycle2work scheme.
  • Discounts from leading retailers.

Equal Opportunities

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

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Posted: June 25th, 2026