Structural Design Engineer

Structural Design Engineer (Treatment) - Water & WastewaterReading (Hybrid + South of England Site Work)Full-Time PermanentSalary: £50,000-£75,000 DOE + Benefits

Are you a Structural Engineer with experience in wastewater treatment or civil infrastructure projects? Looking to play a hands-on role in delivering sustainable treatment upgrades and asset resilience schemes?

We are seeking a Structural Engineer (or Senior Structural Engineer) to support the design and delivery of wastewater treatment projects across the UK, typically up to £5m in value.

The Role

You will take ownership of structural design packages for treatment-related schemes, working closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams. Projects include package treatment plant installations, refurbishment of existing structures and associated civil works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural design packages from concept through to detailed design
• Deliver structural designs for treatment upgrades, refurbishments and new installations
• Produce structural calculations, design reports, specifications and construction drawings
• Apply Eurocodes and UK design standards to water sector projects
• Collaborate with contractors to develop practical, buildable solutions
• Attend site visits to undertake surveys, assess buildability and respond to construction queries
• Support sustainable, low-carbon design approaches including repurposing existing assets
• Work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure safe, timely delivery

About You

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
• 2-5 years' structural design experience (water/wastewater preferred; wider infrastructure considered)
• Working towards or Chartered (CEng) with ICE or IStructE desirable
• Proficient in TEDDS, Robot, Revit, AutoCAD or similar structural design software
• Strong understanding of Eurocodes and UK standards
• Practical, solution-focused approach with good buildability awareness
• Clear communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and site teams

Working Pattern

A mix of office-based design, hybrid working and regular site visits across southern England. Based from Fleet, Hampshire.

What's on Offer

• Salary £50,000-£55,000 depending on experience
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working
• Professional development and chartership support
• Opportunity to deliver environmentally critical wastewater treatment infrastructure

ApplyIf you're a Structural Engineer looking to develop your career in water and wastewater treatment projects, we'd welcome your application.