Structural Engineer – Defence Sector

Location: Birmingham | Hybrid Working

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

A well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a talented and motivated Structural Engineer to join its Birmingham team, delivering high-security infrastructure within the UK defence sector.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a developing engineer to contribute to technically complex projects that play a key role in national security and resilience. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative team, gaining exposure to secure facilities, infrastructure design, and multi-disciplinary project environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver structural analysis and design for defence infrastructure and secure facility projects.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications in accordance with project and regulatory standards.
• Support senior engineers and project leads in developing innovative and compliant design solutions.
• Liaise with internal disciplines and external stakeholders to support project coordination and delivery.
• Participate in site inspections, assessments, and design reviews as required.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering (MEng or BEng).
• Working towards Chartership with IStructE or ICE, or recently chartered.
• A sound understanding of structural principles, Eurocodes, and relevant design standards.
• Proficient in structural design software (e.g. Tekla, Robot, Revit, or similar).
• Experience in the defence or secure infrastructure sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Must be eligible for UK security clearance (SC level) – existing clearance is beneficial.

The Offer:

• Competitive salary with a full benefits package.
• Hybrid working model, based from a Birmingham office.
• Strong support for professional development, including Chartership pathways.
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant and technically demanding projects.
• A collaborative, inclusive working environment with real scope for career progression.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a structural engineer looking to advance their career while contributing to meaningful and secure infrastructure projects.