Design Engineer - Structures

From buildings and transport to energy, healthcare, sports and entertainment, we provide innovative end-to-end engineering solutions. We think, plan and design with the construction process in mind, applying construction engineering expertise to anticipate challenges, improve efficiency and enhance buildability. Our advanced digital design tools and modern methods of construction enable us to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability throughout project lifecycles.

Our portfolio spans some of the world’s most ambitious projects, from Battersea Power Station and 21 Moorfields in London, to the Camp Nou regeneration in Barcelona, Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, Dubai’s ICD Brookfield Place, and Snowy Hydro 2.0 in Australia. We combine vast experience with the curiosity, passion and creativity needed to solve the most complex challenges. Each project demonstrates our ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies, delivering solutions that meet complex structural, logistical and environmental challenges.

Driven by a culture of integrity, agility and collaboration, we continue to push the boundaries of engineering design and delivery in pursuit of our goal: to shape a better world through the relentless pursuit of engineering excellence.

About the role

As a Senior Engineer, you will take ownership of detailed structural design aligned with project programmes, collaborating closely with other disciplines to ensure seamless integration across the project team. You will contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects, including commercial developments, mixed-use schemes, and data centres.

Key Responsibilities

Lead client liaison and support business development

Coordinate project delivery, resources, and design documentation

Develop engineering solutions and lead design philosophy

Produce preliminary and detailed designs for temporary and permanent works

Carry out design checking, technical reporting and subcontractor coordination

Develop erection schemes and specialist engineering methodologies

Support Associates and Associate Directors with resource planning, technical delivery, and project coordination

Support cost control, fee proposals, and project variations

Conduct site inspections and provide technical support to site teams

Ensure temporary works are designed, checked and constructed safely

Mentor junior engineers and support team development

Ensure compliance with Quality, Health & Safety and RBG procedures

The ideal candidate will bring:

A degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a strong interest in structural design

Ideally working towards chartership with the IStructE or ICE, or already Chartered/IncorporatedDemonstrated experience and competency in structural design

Flexibility and initiative to rise to challenging situations

Ability to take on responsibility appropriate to capability

Familiarity with Eurocodes and relevant design guidance

Proficiency in 3D structural design software (e.g., Tekla, Revit, Robot, etc.)

At least 1 year of being the project lead in a client facing role

What we offer you:

RBG is a growing, fast-paced business which offers birthday leave, corporate health insurance rates, paid parental leave, recognition awards, an active and engaging social club, along with a supportive team environment where healthy lifestyle balance is encouraged.

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every criterion, we’d love to hear from you.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support—such as receiving the application form in an alternative format—please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team.

Your experience throughout the application process is important to us. We welcome feedback on how we can improve and are happy to provide any further information you may need to help you make an informed decision about joining us.

If there’s anything more we can do to support you, please let us know, we’re here to help.

Agency

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We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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