Structural Technician

Location: Derby

Salary: Competitive

Overview

Our client is an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy who has an immediate requirement for a Structural Technician to join its structural engineering design team based in Derby. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors and supports ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Structural design and technical detailing using industry-standard software, including Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD

Contribution to projects across education, health, industrial, commercial, and housing sectors

Involvement in designs ranging from small housing schemes to multi-storey developments, with construction values between £250,000 and £30 million

Support on projects delivered to BIM Level 2

Structural design using steel, timber, masonry, and reinforced concrete

Application of geotechnical engineering principles within structural designs

Supporting less experienced team members where required

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Minimum 3 years' experience in a Structural Technician role or similar

Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge of Revit

Strong analytical skills

OND level qualification in a related discipline or higher

Sound knowledge of geotechnical engineering

Desirable:

Strong teamwork ethic

Self-motivated approach

Strong focus on client care

Education & Professional Development

Qualified to OND level or higher in a relevant discipline

Assistance available toward membership of relevant professional institutions if required

Proven support and mentoring towards ICE or IStructE membership

Training opportunities available to support progression to HNC and degree-level qualifications

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Confident communicator, both verbally and in written English

Client-focused, with strong interpersonal skills