Senior Structural Design Engineer - Job Description

Location: Manchester (Hybrid: remote + occasional office/site visits)
Type: Contract (6 months initial)
Rate: -400500/day (Outside IR35)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to support a Tier 1 Design & Build contractor within the water industry. The role involves delivering structural design solutions across water and wastewater infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver structural design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Produce and review design calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and project requirements
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and process teams
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering
• Engage with site teams and stakeholders to ensure buildable and efficient solutions
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Proven experience in structural design within the water sector
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and structural analysis
• Familiar with UK design standards (Eurocodes, BS)
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or major infrastructure projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Additional Information

• Outside IR35 contract
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Occasional travel to offices and project sites required