Senior Structural Engineer

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Mott MacDonald

Location/s: Altrincham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Brighton
Recruiter contact: Abhijeet Barpanda

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee‑owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.

About The business unit

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

About The Role

We are looking for a Senior Structural Engineer with experience of engineering design to join our Civil and Structural Team. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.

Responsibilities

• Project Management
• Proposal Writing
• Scheme Costings
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
• Preparation of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages
• Detailed Civil/Structural Design
• Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams
• Preparation of Specifications
• Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse

Requirements

• Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge: deep understanding of structural engineering principles, including load‑bearing capacity, material properties and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE).
• Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software: familiarity with SAP2000, ETABS or similar software.
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM): knowledge of BIM technologies and their application.
• Project Management Skills: project leadership, overseeing timelines, budgets and quality.
• Proposal Writing and Cost Estimation: ability to write compelling proposals and estimate costs accurately.
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED): experience leading FEED activities related to structural components.
• Design Coordination and Collaboration: multidisciplinary collaboration and conflict resolution.
• Attention to Detail: drawing preparation, compliance with standards.
• Structural Assessment: assess existing structures for suitability and safety.
• Communication and Leadership: excellent verbal and written communication, leadership qualities.
• Relevant experience in structural engineering.
• Energy project experience advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License: advantageous if held.

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Agile working

We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces well‑being, flexibility and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, promoting fair employment procedures and practices. We encourage individual expression and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility

If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com to discuss support options.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan.
• Access to Peppy for menopause support.
• Well‑being support through comprehensive programme.
• Flex salary for health benefits for you and your family.

Financial wellbeing

• Match employee pension contributions 4.5%–7%.
• Life assurance up to 4× basic salary, optional up to 6×.
• Income protection scheme.
• Flexible benefits: life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, will writing.
• Annual bonus schemes.

Lifestyle

• 33–35 days holiday per year inclusive of public holidays; ability to buy/sell leave.
• 35 days after 5 years’ service.
• Employee saving schemes and discounts.

Enhanced family and carers leave

• 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave; 2 weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Shared parental leave: up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to 5 additional days for significant caring responsibilities.

Learning and development

• Professional institution subscription.
• Opportunities for technical and soft skills development.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Employee networks for diverse communities.
• Community engagement through social outcomes.

Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.

Location(s): Altrincham, GB Glasgow, GB Brighton, GB Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Energy

Job Ref: 11891

Recruiter Contact: Abhijeet Barpanda

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