Structural Engineer

BRANDON JAMES LIMITED · Hemel Hempstead, East of England

Structural Engineer at BRANDON JAMES LIMITED, based in Hemel Hempstead, East of England, paying £38,000 - £48,000 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£38,000 - £48,000 per annum
Location
Hemel Hempstead, East of England
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
3 Sep 2026

Reference https://brandonjames.co.uk/job/structural-engineer

About the role

The Opportunity

A well-established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its growing team in Hemel Hempstead. This is an excellent opportunity for a Structural Engineer with at least two years’ post-graduate consultancy experience to further develop their technical expertise while working on a diverse range of structural engineering projects.

The successful Structural Engineer will become part of a collaborative and supportive team, delivering innovative engineering solutions across commercial, residential, research & development, energy and refurbishment projects. This role offers genuine career progression, exposure to technically challenging schemes and full support towards Chartership.

The Role

As a Structural Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing structural solutions in steel, reinforced concrete, timber and masonry.

  • Producing structural calculations and technical reports using industry-standard software, including Tekla and TEDDS.

  • Working closely with architects, contractors, clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

  • Assisting with project planning, coordination and technical delivery from concept through to completion.

  • Attending project meetings and liaising with stakeholders throughout the design process.

  • Conducting site inspections to ensure works comply with design specifications and statutory requirements.

  • Developing practical engineering solutions while maintaining high technical standards.

  • Working towards Chartered Engineer status with support from experienced mentors.

About You

To be considered for this Structural Engineer position, you will have:

  • A BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.

  • A minimum of two years’ experience within a structural engineering consultancy.

  • Experience designing structures using steel, concrete, timber and masonry.

  • Proficiency with structural design software such as Tekla, TEDDS or similar packages.

  • A sound understanding of structural engineering principles, geotechnics and foundation design.

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

  • Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), or a desire to work towards Chartership.

  • A full UK driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

The successful Structural Engineer will receive:

  • £38,000-£48,000 salary.

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

  • Company pension contribution of up to 5%.

  • 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service.

  • Holiday buy, sell and banking scheme.

  • Paid professional membership.

  • ICE Training Scheme and Chartership support.

  • Study leave and ongoing CPD.

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

  • Cycle to Work Scheme.

  • Interest-free season ticket loan.

  • Annual flu vaccination.

  • Company-funded social events.

  • Free refreshments and on-site parking.

  • Opportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 15 days per year, subject to business requirements.

Apply

If you are an ambitious Structural Engineer looking to join a respected engineering consultancy offering varied projects, excellent career development and long-term progression, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting Structural Engineer opportunity.

Keywords: Structural Engineer, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Tekla, TEDDS, Steel Design, Reinforced Concrete, Timber Structures, Masonry Design, Foundation Design, IStructE, ICE, Chartered Engineer, Hemel Hempstead, Hybrid.

Reference: https://brandonjames.co.uk/job/structural-engineer · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 3 Sep 2026 · Listed via BRANDON JAMES LIMITED

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