Martin Structural Engineers Limited
Junior Structural Engineer
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ABOUT US
Martin Structural Engineers Limited (MSEL) is a well-established and fast-paced structural engineering consultancy based in central London, near Kings Cross Station. Formed by the merger of Martin Redston Associates and Martin Cooper Associates (both established in the early 1990s), we bring over 30 years of expertise to the London domestic and small-to-medium commercial markets.
Our diverse range of projects includes:
- Rear and side extensions, loft conversions, and basements
- Structural refurbishment and structural beam design
- Structural inspections, reporting, subsidence investigations, and cracking/movement diagnosis
- New build domestic and small commercial structures
- Conceptual projects such as development of airspace
We are a friendly and hard-working team with extremely low staff turnover, a strong work ethic, and shared values. We take pride in consulting closely with our clients, architects, and surveyors to deliver high-quality engineering designs on time and within budget.
THE ROLE
We are seeking an ambitious Junior Structural Engineer to join our design team. Working as a key part of our structural design team, you will collaborate daily with our Directors, Associates, and Senior Engineers, receiving direct mentorship and guidance to help with your future development.
We look for individuals planning on staying for the long term and pushing themselves to get Chartered. This position offers a direct path for professional growth, allowing you to take on increasing responsibility and work autonomously as you develop your skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete structural designs and calculations both digitally and by hand.
- Perform structural drafting and create detailed 2D plans and elevations using AutoCAD.
- Coordinate daily with Directors, Associates, and Senior Engineers regarding design schemes and ongoing jobs.
- Assist in conducting site visits, structural inspections, and drafting clear, concise structural reports in plain English.
- Liaise with external project stakeholders, including clients, architects, surveyors, and building inspectors.
- Manage your own time and project tasks efficiently, ensuring work is completed within budget and according to client timescales.
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CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Must Have:
- A degree (BEng or MEng) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant post-graduate experience in structural design and drafting, with a strong focus on the London residential and refurbishment sectors.
- Solid proficiency in AutoCAD, with experience working with layers, plans, and detailed drawings.
- Experience or strong capability to generate structural calculations by hand and/or using software.
- A genuine passion for structural engineering and a clear ambition to actively work towards Chartership (IStructE or ICE).
Advantageous Skills:
- Proficiency with engineering design software (such as Revit, Tedds, Eurobeam, or similar).
- Good knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Google Docs, and Sheets).
- Excellent communication and written report-writing skills.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.
BENEFITS, PERKS & WORKING CONDITIONS
- Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.
- Hours: 40 hours per week (30 minutes allowed for lunch each day).
- Flexible Working: Core hours are 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We offer flexible start and finish times to suit your lifestyle (e.g., 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, or 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM).
- Location: The role is based at our Central London office (4 Edward Square, London, N1 0SP). It will be exclusively office-based for at least the first 6 months (or until the person proves capable), after which regular hybrid / work-from-home options are available.
- Professional Development: Dedicated mentorship towards obtaining Chartered status (IStructE or ICE), including coverage of your professional Institution membership fees.
- Benefits: Generous pension contributions, private healthcare, and future opportunities to advance your career as the business grows.
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OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS
To help us get to know you and assess your technical skills, our recruitment process involves:
- Initial Telephone Interview: A brief introductory phone call with one of our Directors to discuss your background, experience, and career goals.
- Face-to-Face Interview: An in-office interview at our Central London office with senior members of our engineering team.
- Technical Knowledge Assessment: During the face-to-face interview, you will be asked to comment on a small project or a simple design example to demonstrate your understanding of structural design.
- AutoCAD Assessment: During the face-to-face interview, you will complete a brief mock assessment on AutoCAD to demonstrate your technical drafting competency.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are looking to build a long-term career with a supportive, experienced team, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and any examples of design work/drawings to careers@thestructuralengineers.co.uk or call us at 020 7837 5377 for an informal discussion.
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