Company: PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
Structural Engineer Location: Cornwall (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)Practice: Architectural & Town Planning Consultancy
Our client is an established, design-led Architectural and town Planning practice based in Cornwall, delivering thoughtful, sustainable projects across the South West. The portfolio spans bespoke homes, heritage refurbishments, coastal developments, rural schemes and strategic planning projects.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented Structural Engineer to join a collaborative studio.
The Structural Engineer Role: You will work closely with our architects and planning team from concept through to construction, providing practical, elegant structural solutions that complement strong architectural design and sensitive site contexts - particularly within coastal, rural and historic environments.
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys early design involvement, creative problem-solving, and direct client engagement.
Key Responsibilities of this Structural Engineer role: -
Structural design and analysis for residential and small-medium scale commercial projects
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Preparation of calculations, technical reports and structural specifications
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Design in steel, timber, masonry and reinforced concrete
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Foundation design including coastal and complex ground conditions
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Liaison with clients, contractors and Building Control
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Site visits and inspections across Cornwall and the South West
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Contribution to sustainable and low-carbon structural solutions
About You -
Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering
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Working towards or achieved Chartership (MIStructE / MICE) preferred
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3+ years' experience in UK structural design practice
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Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and UK Building Regulations
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Experience in residential and heritage projects desirable
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Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset
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Proficient in structural analysis software (e.g., Tekla, Tedds, Robot, or similar)
What We Offer -
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
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Flexible and hybrid working
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Support toward Chartership (if applicable)
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Opportunity to shape projects from concept stage
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Beautiful Cornwall-based location
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A supportive, creative, multidisciplinary team environment
Why Join Us? Cornwall offers an exceptional quality of life, combining professional opportunity with stunning coastal landscapes and a thriving design community. You'll be joining a practice that values design integrity, environmental responsibility and long-term client relationships.
To Apply for this Structural Engineer role:Please send your CV to MIKAELA for more information