Posted: 06-07-2026

 

Vacancy: Structural Engineer - Timber Frame

 

Job Title: Timber Frame Structural Engineer

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Location: Hybrid working. Home working with occasional office and site requirements.

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Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Timber Frame Structural Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the structural design, analysis, and technical delivery of timber frame projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Working closely with architects, clients, manufacturers, and site teams, you will ensure designs are safe, efficient, compliant with current standards, and optimised for manufacture and construction.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Produce structural calculations, design reports, and engineering specifications.

• Develop timber frame solutions for residential, commercial, education, and multi-storey projects.

• Coordinate with architects, developers, contractors, and internal design teams throughout project lifecycles.

• Review architectural and structural drawings to identify potential design issues and propose practical solutions.

• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes, Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, and company standards.

• Provide technical support to manufacturing, estimating, and site installation teams.

• Attend project meetings, site visits, and client consultations as required.

• Assist with the development of engineering procedures, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Mentor and support junior engineers and design technicians where appropriate.

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Required Qualifications and Experience​

Essential

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng, MEng, or equivalent).

• Experience in structural design within the timber frame, timber engineering, or offsite construction sector.

• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles and load path analysis.

• Proficiency in structural design software and engineering calculation packages.

• Knowledge of Eurocode 5 and relevant UK building regulations.

• Ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

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Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards chartership through a recognised institution.

• Familiarity with timber engineering software such as MasterSeries, iCalc Xpress, EuroBeam, IDEA Statica, Tekla Structural Desing & Tekla TEDDs, or similar.

• Experience of MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) and offsite manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of sustainability principles and low-carbon construction methods.

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Key Skills and Competencies

• Technical excellence in timber engineering design.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Effective project management and organisational abilities.

• Commercial awareness and practical construction knowledge.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Customer-focused approach and professional attitude.

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Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Pension scheme.

• Professional membership support.

• Chartered Engineer development opportunities.

• Ongoing training and career progression.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.

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