Graduate Structural Engineer

Gatwick
6 months ago
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📍 Location: Gatwick Airport | 🕒 Full-time | 💼 Graduate/Entry Level
đź’° Competitive Salary + Professional Development Support

Kick-start your engineering career on major UK infrastructure projects.

Join a delivery-focused structural engineering team with an impressive portfolio that includes work on HS2, the Ministry of Defence, and right here at Gatwick Airport. You’ll be given real responsibility from day one—designing, problem-solving, liaising with clients, and developing your skills across both temporary and permanent works.

We’re looking for a motivated graduate who is ready to grow into a well-rounded, site-aware structural engineer capable of delivering safe, efficient, and practical solutions on live construction projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:



Deliver preliminary and detailed designs for temporary and permanent works on a range of civil engineering and infrastructure schemes.

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Produce clear and accurate AutoCAD drawings, design calculations, specifications, and reports.

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Conduct structural analysis with support from experienced engineers and apply relevant design standards.

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Attend site visits for inspections and surveys to ensure buildability and compliance.

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Collaborate with site teams, clients, and suppliers to close out technical queries and keep projects moving.

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Contribute to bids and tenders by identifying temporary works requirements.

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Manage your workload, meet deadlines, and maintain clear project records.

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Work towards ICE or IStructE chartership with structured mentoring and support.

What We’re Looking For:

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BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (ICE/IStructE accredited).

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Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

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A basic understanding of structural materials (steel, concrete, timber).

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Awareness of Eurocodes, BS 5975, and CDM 2015 (training provided).

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Strong communication skills with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.

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Willingness to visit sites and engage directly with construction teams.

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A full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential).

Nice to Have (Not Essential):

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Knowledge of design software such as Tedds, Robot, Revit, CADS, SketchUp, IDEA StatiCa.

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CSCS, PTS, or TWC training/certification.

Why Join Us?

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Be part of a team delivering real impact at Gatwick Airport and beyond.

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Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and support towards professional chartership.

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Gain exposure to client interaction, site conditions, and project delivery—not just desk-based work.

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Work in a collaborative environment that values practical engineering, innovation, and safety

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