Structural Design Engineer

Posted 20 March 2026
Salary £35k - 45k per year
LocationHatfield
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Rail
ReferenceJO0000065501

Job description

Are you a structural design engineer with more than 3 years' experience?

Do you have experience working on concrete and steel structures?

Salary: £35,000 to £45,000
Location: Hatfield, 3 days per week

I am supporting a well-established contractor who is looking to bring in an experienced engineer to join their expanding design team. With new projects recently secured and workload set to increase, this is a great opportunity to play a key role in shaping and developing the function.

You’ll be working closely with both design and construction teams, delivering a range of structural design solutions across rail projects including substations, signal structures and associated infrastructure.

Essential requirements:

  • Minimum 4 years’ experience within civil/structural engineering
  • Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Strong structural engineering background
  • Experience working with both concrete and steel structures
  • Ability to produce and check engineering calculations

Desirable:

  • Rail industry experience
  • Experience with MicroStation
  • Familiarity with Tekla Tedds

This role offers a great blend of design and site exposure, giving you the opportunity to see your work delivered on live projects while developing your technical and practical skillset.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact within a growing team, get in touch to find out more (Emily.atkins@carringtonwest.com)