Principal Structural & Civil Engineer
BH-299114-2
Posted: 21/08/2025
- Competitive Salary & Benefits
- England North East Thornaby-on-Tees
- Permanent
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Manufacturing
🏗️ Structural Engineer – Iron & Steel Plants
Purpose:
Design and analyse safe, sustainable, and cost-effective structures for iron and steel facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Produce and review technical documentation (drawings, specs, calculations, manuals).
• Act as the structural lead on projects, ensuring technical integrity and commercial viability.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Conduct structural calculations and review civil engineering aspects.
• Oversee manufacturing, testing, and installation of structures.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments.
• Advise on construction methodologies and best practices.
Skills & Competencies:
• Strong grasp of heavy industry turnkey projects.
• Proficient in structural design and calculations (MathCAD/Excel).
• Basic CAD skills (Autodesk preferred); advanced 3D CAD is a plus.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Experience & Qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years in industrial structural engineering.
• Degree in Structural Engineering preferred; HNC/HND considered.
• Experience in heavy industry or iron & steel sector desirable.
• Project lifecycle exposure and professional membership advantageous.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Purpose:
Design and analyse safe, sustainable, and cost-effective structures for iron and steel facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Produce and review technical documentation (drawings, specs, calculations, manuals).
• Act as the structural lead on projects, ensuring technical integrity and commercial viability.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Conduct structural calculations and review civil engineering aspects.
• Oversee manufacturing, testing, and installation of structures.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments.
• Advise on construction methodologies and best practices.
Skills & Competencies:
• Strong grasp of heavy industry turnkey projects.
• Proficient in structural design and calculations (MathCAD/Excel).
• Basic CAD skills (Autodesk preferred); advanced 3D CAD is a plus.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Experience & Qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years in industrial structural engineering.
• Degree in Structural Engineering preferred; HNC/HND considered.
• Experience in heavy industry or iron & steel sector desirable.
• Project lifecycle exposure and professional membership advantageous.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.