About the Company – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society.

About the Role – Our Edinburgh office is recruiting a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our team. This opportunity would suit either a recent graduate or an individual with relevant post-graduate transportation experience.

The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work in one of the UK’s leading private Engineering Consultancies working for clients on a variety of projects spanning commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors. All graduate engineers work under direct supervision of our highly experienced directors and alongside our team of dedicated engineers and technicians. We can offer an ICE approved training agreement and a route towards chartered membership of a professional engineering institution.

Depending on experience as you progress you can expect to be active on a number of projects and with a number of clients at any given time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Undertake engineering analysis and prepare calculations for structural and civil engineering projects.
  • Be proficient in the use of relevant technical analysis and design software.
  • Provide technical support to include report writing and presentations.
  • Willing to attend design meetings, site meetings and carryout site inspections.
  • Liaise and communicate clearly in a professional manner to colleagues, clients, contractors and other designers and to offer advice and guidance on matters relating to your work.
  • Work on projects with consideration to the agreed project budgetary limits and time tables.

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package
  • ICE approved training with a pathway to chartered membership of a professional engineering institute
  • Comprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees
  • Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance
  • Interest-free travel loan scheme
  • 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) and annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme
  • Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award
  • Additional benefits may vary between offices

You can learn more about our staff benefits here

Application Process:

If you are a motivated and ambitious individual looking to grow your career in structural engineering we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.

To apply for this position, send your CV to recruitment@fairhurst.co.uk stating the position and location for which you are applying.

For more information about working at Fairhurst and to explore our other vacancies that may interest you, please visit our Careers Hub.

ETHOS

We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.