Structural Engineer - #1749031

Senior Structural Engineer – Croydon (Design Office – South London) Sector: Substations & Infrastructure Type: Full-time | Permanent Location: South London About the Role We're on the hunt for a technically sharp and solutions-driven Senior Structural Engineer with a flair for infrastructure and substation projects. Based in our buzzing Croydon design office (yes, with actual heating and decent coffee), you’ll be leading complex structural designs and guiding a crack team of engineers on projects that literally keep the lights on. What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage structural design for substation and infrastructure schemes (new builds, extensions, reinforcements, and asset replacements).
• Develop and review calculations, technical drawings, and design packages in line with National Grid / DNO standards.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams – civils, M&E, project managers, and clients – to deliver safe, buildable, and cost-effective designs.
• Oversee junior engineers and offer mentorship where needed (bring wisdom, but leave the grumpy-old-man vibes at home).
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide structural solutions during construction phases.
• Drive innovation in design – we love an engineer who challenges “the way it’s always been done.”

What You’ll Bring

• Chartered or near-chartered status (ICE/IStructE).
• Strong experience in structural design, ideally for substations, transformer bays, cable trenches, and gantries.
• Mastery of Eurocodes, British Standards, and industry software like Tekla Structural Designer, Staad.Pro, or similar.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects without turning into a structural stress diagram yourself.
• A sharp communicator who can simplify complex concepts (bonus points if you’ve ever explained reinforcement detailing using biscuits).

Perks & Culture

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Work-life balance (we don’t believe in “late is great”).
• Hybrid working options after probation.
• A forward-thinking team that values fresh ideas, straight-talking, and solid execution.