Senior Structural Engineer in Ashford

Overview

We have an opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer with a well‑established and highly respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy located in Ashford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take on an autonomous, client‑facing role within a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

Project Delivery and Team

This position offers the chance to work within a close‑knit, technically strong structural team delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including residential, commercial, and education. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery from concept through to completion, liaising directly with clients, architects and contractors. You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continued growth of the Ashford office while gaining exposure to a wide variety of challenging and rewarding schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Manage your own workload, engaging with clients, and provide practical design solutions.
• Lead projects from concept to completion.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Represent the business at client meetings.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and client relationships.
• Clear pathway for career progression and support toward chartership if required.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture with direct access to senior leadership.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in structural design across steel, concrete, timber, masonry.
• Ability to manage projects independently from concept to completion.
• Strong client‑facing skills with confidence to attend meetings.
• Experience using industry‑standard design software (Tekla, Tedds, Robot, or similar).
• Good understanding of UK design standards and regulations.
• Ability to mentor or support junior engineers.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Chartered engineer status with the IStructE/ICE (or actively working towards) is highly desirable.
• Strong academic background with a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.