Senior Structural Engineer - Chorley (BBBH26845) Chorley, England

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP60000 per annum

Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors.

They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role

Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:

  • Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
  • Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.


Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
  • Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:

MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer
AutoCAD and Revit

  • Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
  • Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.

Personal skills
 

The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
  • A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
  • Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.

 

Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role
 

  • A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
  • Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.



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