Design Engineer in Exeter

Job Description

Job Title: Scaffold Designer
Location: North Devon (office-based with some work-from-home flexibility)
Salary: £45,000 plus + relocation support if required

About the Company

Our client is a leading scaffolding contractor, erecting 400500 scaffolds per week. They pride themselves on a team-focused, supportive work environment, with a modern office, the latest IT systems, and a culture that values skill development and collaboration. They are seeking a Scaffold Designer to join their dedicated team and grow with the company.

Role Overview

As a Scaffold Designer, you will be responsible for structural designs of scaffolds, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. You will also play a key role in upskilling colleagues and contributing to a high‑performing, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed scaffold designs for a high-volume operation (400500 scaffolds weekly).
• Ensure all designs meet safety and structural standards.
• Support and mentor colleagues to develop design skills across the team.
• Collaborate with site teams and management to optimise scaffold solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the design team.

Requirements

• Proven experience in scaffold design, ideally in high-volume environments…