24 structural engineer jobs found

6 month contract (extendable) Hybrid home/office basis Can be outside IR35 Are you a talented and experienced Structural Engineer looking for a new contract? Be part of a business with exciting growth, with a current team of 35+ dedicated professionals, working on a diverse range of projects with values ranging from £5-100million. As a Structural Engineer on a contract basis, you will be responsible for designing and analysing complex structural projects, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: • Be involved in structural engineering projects from inception to completion. • Conduct structural analysis and design using industry-standard software. • Collaborate closely with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines. • Prepare calculations, and reports, plus review engineering drawings. • Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and quality standards. • Participate in project meetings...

Contract Senior Structural Design Engineer Central London Start ASAP Outside IR35 c£45-47 p/h Ltd Contract Senior Structural Engineer A leading architecturally led Civil and Structural Engineering firm in Central London is currently looking for hire x1 Contract Senior Structural Engineers to ideally start immediately Due to a number of significant wins our client is looking find Senior Structural Engineers with a minim of 8-10 years design experience. The successful candidates will be able to design proficiently in all main materials with first class ability to design in steel and RC. Project span residential, commercial, healthcare and educational sectors and cover both new build refurb projects. Projects are typically in the £10-100m value range. Hybrid working can be offered. An hourly rate of c £45-47 p/h can be offered with an Outside IR35 capacity. Our client is able to offer a minimum 3 month contract assignment, however with current work load this is likely to be...

Senior Structural Engineer - Contract **Fully Remote** £40.00-£45.00 per hour (outside IR35) Our client has an urgent requirement for a structural engineer on a contract basis in London. Candidates will need to have at least 5 years' UK experience and be proficient in structural design for concrete and steel structures. This is a full-time contract role that offers the advantage of being fully remote. They need engineers who can prioritise workload and demonstrate good time management, ensuring compliance with project deadlines. Want to know more? Please send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting to learn more and be considered

Chartered Structural Design Engineer (Contract – Outside IR35) Location: Aberdeen Engagement: Limited Company Contractor Duration: Minimum 12 months Sector: Refining, Chemical Manufacturing & Pipeline Assets Overview Burnside Recruitment is seeking an experienced Chartered Structural Design Engineer to support a long-term programme of modifications and upgrades across major onshore refinery, chemical manufacturing, and pipeline infrastructure. This is a 12‑month+ contract, operating outside IR35, and ideally suited to a limited company contractor. Key Responsibilities • Lead structural design and assessment activities for brownfield heavy civils projects within complex process plant environments. • Deliver structural calculations, reports, design packages, and technical documentation to UK regulatory and industry standards. • Provide technical oversight on modifications, upgrades, and integrity improvements • Interface with multidiscipline engineering teams, site personnel, and...

Principal Temporary Works Engineer Contract: Long-term Location: Remote with required site/office visits Rate: Competitive Scope: Outside IR35 Overview Our client is a leading UK infrastructure delivery specialist, supporting major national programmes across transportation, energy, water, defence, and complex engineering environments. They are recognised for delivering high-integrity design and construction solutions on some of the country’s most critical and technically demanding projects. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and sustainable delivery, they work in partnership with government and industry to modernise and maintain essential infrastructure. We are seeking a Principal Temporary Works Engineer to join a specialist design team on a long-term contract. You will lead temporary works engineering activities across a range of complex projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient design solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership, design assurance...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Derbyshire Rate: £40 - £42 per hour (Ltd – Outside IR35) Contract: 3 – 6 month initial contract – likely to extend Immediate Start Our client is looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in managing the full design process—from initial concept through to final delivery. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment. You'll use tools like CAD and advanced engineering software to validate calculations, support testing, and oversee project execution, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every stage. What Our Client is Looking For: A hands-on background in fabrication and structural engineering Proficiency in engineering calculations – using Mathcad, Excel, and hand calculations Expertise in acoustics, airflow, and thermal systems Experience with both large and small companies,...

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: £35 to £45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Slough Type: Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver water sector projects...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Senior Civil Engineer (Chartered) on a Initial 6 Month Contract, based in Birmingham- with travel to UK Project Sites This is a contract role, Outside IR35, with rates negotiable depending on experience. The position is based from the Birmingham office, with travel to UK project sites as required. The role sits at senior technical level, acting as the civil design authority on power projects and leading civil and structural design from concept through to construction. The work is focused on substations and transmission & distribution infrastructure, supporting major UK clients including National Grid and DNOs (e.g. SSEN / SPEN). Key details: * Senior / Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng / ICE preferred) * Outside IR35 contract * Rates negotiable * Birmingham-based with project site travel * Strong civil & structural design experience on UK power projects * Experience working to National Grid Technical...

Senior Civil Engineer (Chartered) Location: Birmingham Office Contract: 6 Months (ASAP Start) Engagement: Outside IR35 Sector: Transmission MRR Infrastructure is recruiting for a Chartered Senior Civil Engineer to join a highly respected engineering organisation delivering major UK transmission infrastructure projects. This is a six-month contract opportunity, confirmed as outside IR35, based within the Birmingham office. The Opportunity You will operate in a senior technical capacity within the Civil and Structural team, leading design activities across high-voltage transmission projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support. This role is suited to an experienced Chartered Civil Engineer who is confident leading design packages, mentoring engineers, managing client interfaces and delivering complex infrastructure solutions within regulated environments. The Organisation Our client is a globally established, employee-owned engineering and...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support a portfolio of National Grid infrastructure projects. The role involves leading the civil and structural design elements for substation, overhead line, and other transmission‑related assets, ensuring compliance with National Grid's technical specifications and governance processes. This is an Outside IR35 contract position, offering hybrid working with on‑site collaboration. Key Responsibilities Lead and produce civil and structural designs for National Grid transmission projects (substations, foundations, compounds, cable routes, OHL works, access roads, drainage, etc.). Ensure all designs comply with National Grid TP / TS standards and relevant industry codes (BS EN, Eurocodes). Prepare design calculations, sketches, reports, specifications, and technical documentation. Manage design risk assessments and contribute to CDM compliance. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, geotechnical,...

A Coventry based Engineering company is seeking to recruit a number of SC cleared Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a contract that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35) The Role This contract will involve using CREO to perform design work related to a range of mechanical and structural components for a specialist vehicle project. Experience Ideal candidates will be fluent in CREO with current SC clearance. Apply For more information on this contract please email your CV

Job Title: Stress Analyst Gas Turbine Ansys Employment Type: 6 months Contract- Outside IR35 Location: Derby, UK (Onsite) Industry: Aerospace Our client is a global leader in innovative energy and aerospace turbomachinery, specializing in the development of next-generation gas turbines. They are seeking a Stress Engineer to join their team in Derby for 6 months contract - Outside IR35. And this role is placed within Aerospace - Gas turbine industry. Role Our client is a global leader in innovative energy and aerospace turbomachinery, specializing in the development of next-generation gas turbines. Looking for an experienced Stress Analyst with experience of Ansys preferably within Gas Turbine engineering. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing and leading the full Analysis process. You will support the turbomachinery design meet all the necessary requirements. Expected to have the technical background and sufficient knowledge to...

Mechanical Design Engineers (Outside of IR35) Certain Advantage is hiring for Mechanical Design Engineers based in the Huddersfield area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for Mechanical Design Engineers—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Detailed design Material selection, hand calculation, rotor dynamics Conceptual design, 3D and 2D modelling BOM and gear data generation Concession/Non-conformance assessment and resolutionThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Structural design practices and methodologies...

We are seeking experienced freelancer Project Managers to lead the successful delivery of multidisciplinary built environment projects from concept through to completion. Selective Supplier Onboarding – Infrastructure & Capital Projects We are onboarding a limited number of experienced Project Managers and supporting built environment professionals to our marketplace platform to meet existing demand from UK organisations delivering complex infrastructure and capital programmes. This is a controlled, quality-led supplier marketplace — not an open freelancer directory. Engagement demand spans infrastructure, aviation, utilities, highways and regulated environments, with buyers seeking accountable delivery capability. Current Demand Profile Organisations are seeking professionals who can: * Lead full lifecycle project delivery (RIBA / structured governance frameworks) * Administer NEC contracts and manage commercial risk * Coordinate multidisciplinary design...

Elevate Projects are ​working in partnership with our valued client, who having secured a standalone budget have asked us to support with approaching and appointing an IFE Fire Safety lead to take their list of compliance issues, priorities them and create works packages for a small team to deliver the project works that come out of this. This will include compartmentation, fire doors, alarms, escape routes and will require good working knowledge of Part B and BS9999. The Deputy Director is focused on improving compliance on fire specific risks cross the mixed property portfolio and wants to create a new dedicated team to do this, comprising of the Lead, and 3 project managers. Key Objectives * Review and interrogate the existing fire safety compliance register and outstanding actions. * Risk-assess and prioritise issues across the estate in line with statutory obligations and life-safety risk. * Develop clear, deliverable works packages covering...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: London (Hybrid Working) Job Type: Contract Duration: 3 Months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Hours: 37.5 per week Start Date: Immediate Overview An opportunity is available for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of Stage 3-4 commercial fit-out projects within a Building Services environment. This is a 3-month contract role, offering hybrid working across London, suited to a technically strong mechanical engineer who can quickly integrate into an existing team and contribute to ongoing project delivery. Key Responsibilities Deliver mechanical design packages for Stage 3-4 commercial fit-out projects Produce detailed HVAC designs, calculations and specifications Develop ductwork and pipework layouts Coordinate with electrical and public health engineers Attend design meetings (virtual and in-person where required) Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and industry standards Support project teams in...

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Castle Donington - Hybrid Contract: Outside IR35 Type: Full-Time The Role This is an outside IR25 assignment expected to last between 6 - 12 months with the successful contractor involved in the design of a range of fabrications and components used in turbomachinery applications. Key Responsibilities: Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using Siemens NX. Generate engineering drawings Perform engineering design calculations eg Perform tolerance stack-up analysis , bolted joint. Preparation of engineering design reports Engage with suppliers and lead design for manufacturing activities Ensure designs meet industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Required qualifications and experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Experience designing castings, machined parts and fabrications. Experience using BS8888 and/or ASME Y14.5 Proficiency in NX software. Strong skills in mechanical...

Mechanical Design Engineer - Greater Manchester Our client has an open requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer on a 6 month contract basis with the possibility for further extension. This will operate on an outside IR35 basis so limited company contractors will be able to operate, and a rate between £35 and £43 per hour is expected, subject to level of experience and suitability. Candidates will be required to work in the office full time initially and then switch to a hybrid model of 3 days office based and 2 from home after a few weeks’ orientation. The client is looking for a good engineering background first and foremost with strong experience and knowledge of typical mechanical equipment and terminology including: Limits and fittings, bearings, linear guides, GD&T’s, rotating equipment, and automated equipment such as motors, gearboxes, and drives. They should also have a basic knowledge of working with steel structures. The client is using Creo design software -...

Chartered Civil Design Engineer (Remote working - UK based essential) Contract | UK Infrastructure | Security-Sensitive Projects | Outside IR35 (Subject to Assessment) Overview We are seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng via ICE or equivalent) to support the delivery of complex UK infrastructure programmes. This role is suited to a technically strong, senior Civil Design Engineer with proven experience across regulated and security-conscious environments. Chartership is essential. Experience within airport, aviation or government-led infrastructure projects is highly desirable. The ability to obtain (or currently hold) SC Clearance is a strong advantage. Project Environment You will contribute to high-value infrastructure schemes that may include: * Airport / aviation developments * Government infrastructure frameworks * Substation and energy projects * Multidisciplinary infrastructure works These are compliance-driven environments requiring strong...

Design Engineer Coventry, UK (Onsite) Salary + Benefits £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (Fixed-Term Contract) or £275 - £350 per day (Ltd Company Contractor - Outside IR35) Shift Pattern / Working Hours Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 16:35 Friday: 08:00 - 15:10   Must hold active UK Security Clearance   An established engineering organisation operating within the defence vehicle sector is seeking immediately available Design Engineers to support global vehicle programmes. This role focuses on developing advanced vehicle protection and integration solutions that enhance safety, performance, and operational capability. You will work across the full design lifecycle, from initial concept through to production, contributing to technically challenging projects in demanding environments. This is a hands-on position within a collaborative engineering team, offering the opportunity to work with complex assemblies and specialist materials. Both fixed-term and day-rate engagement...