Structural Design Engineer – Foundations & Steel Frame Structures\n Location: Manchester area (or commutable) | Salary: £40,000–£55,000 (DOE) | Type: Permanent, Full-Time\n\n Are you a skilled Structural Design Engineer with experience in foundation and steel-framed structure design? We're representing a forward-thinking design consultancy that specialises in delivering innovative, buildable solutions across a wide range of structural challenges.\n\n This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist firm with a strong technical pedigree, offering exposure to a variety of sectors including rail, industrial, commercial, restoration, domestic, and even event structures.\n\n ️ About the Company\n\n Our client is a specialist scaffolding consultancy with a reputation for blending engineering precision with practical, on-site awareness. Their team is made up of engineers with deep technical expertise and hands-on experience, allowing them to design with real-world constraints and buildability in mind.\n\n Their work spans everything from scaffold design and temporary works to permanent structures, and they pride themselves on delivering pragmatic and innovative solutions that work for everyone involved — from contractors to clients to site teams.\n\n The Role\n\n As a Structural Design Engineer, you’ll play a key part in delivering technical designs for steel-framed structures, foundations, and supporting temporary and permanent works solutions.

You'll work closely with a tight-knit team of experienced engineers, developing detailed, practical designs for a wide array of projects.\n\n Key responsibilities:\n\nDesign of steel-framed structures, foundations, and associated components\nSupport scaffold and temporary works designs with practical buildability in mind\nProduce clear, accurate design calculations and drawings (AutoCAD and relevant software)\nCollaborate with clients, contractors, and site operatives to ensure practical solutions\nCarry out checks and verification of drawings and calculations\nAttend site visits and design meetings as required\nContribute to a positive, collaborative team environment with opportunities to learn and grow\n✅ What We’re Looking For\n\nDegree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering\n3–7 years' experience in structural design (foundation and steelwork essential)\nProficient with structural analysis and design tools (e.g. TEDDS, Tekla TSD, Robot, or similar)\nComfortable reading and producing technical drawings using AutoCAD\nAbility to think practically and provide buildable solutions\nStrong communication and problem-solving skills\nAny experience in scaffold or temporary works design would be advantageous but not essential\nFull UK driving licence\n Why Apply?\n\nJoin a company known for its real-world approach to structural design\nWork across diverse sectors from rail to events\nBe part of a collaborative and experienced engineering team\nGreat scope to broaden your knowledge of temporary works and scaffold design\nClear pathway to progress your technical and professional development\nBenefits include:\n\nCompetitive salary based on experience\nFlexible working environment\nVaried, hands-on project exposure\nFriendly and supportive company culture\n\n Ready to design smarter, more practical structures?\n Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion