Senior Structural Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Structural Engineer (Civil/Structural): Lead the production and review of detailed 2D/3D design drawings and structural calculations for pipeline infrastructure and temporary works with an accent on Eurocode/BS compliance and technical leadership. Focus on guiding junior engineers and CAD teams, validating temporary works designs, and delivering CDM 2015-compliant documentation including as-built records.

Location: Warrington, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global delivers critical infrastructure projects across utility and social infrastructure sectors.

What you will do

• Lead production and review of detailed 2D/3D design drawings and technical specifications for pipeline infrastructure and temporary works.
• Perform and check structural calculations and design reports in line with BS, EN, and Eurocode standards.
• Oversee temporary works designs, including pipe supports and crossings, stopple pits/flumes/trench boxes, ditch crossings/bog mats, and sheet-piled excavations.
• Act as technical lead on key projects by guiding junior engineers and CAD teams and coordinating with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to design risk assessments and communicate residual risks to delivery teams.
• Promote BIM and point-cloud processing, support R&D, ensure CDM 2015 and internal SHEQ compliance, and prepare accurate as-built records for client handover.

Requirements

• BEng/MEng in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered or actively working towards chartership (ICE, IStructE, or IMechE).
• 6–8+ years of experience in civil infrastructure or pipeline design.
• Strong experience in both permanent and temporary works.
• Excellent working knowledge of BS 5975 and relevant Eurocodes (steel, concrete, timber).
• Confident communicator with a collaborative, quality- and safety-focused approach.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time role in a rapidly expanding infrastructure business.
• Opportunity to lead design delivery and shape engineering solutions on impactful infrastructure projects.
• Focus on continuous improvement through digital tools such as BIM and point-cloud processing.
• Support for R&D activities related to pipeline integrity, temporary works, and digital construction technology.
• Emphasis on quality, safety, and clear communication of design risks.

Hiring process

• Application review followed by interview(s) to assess technical leadership and design delivery experience.
• Discussion of fit for design standards, temporary works expertise, and compliance responsibilities.