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Associate Director - Structural Engineering

Plymouth, gb🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-15 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead technical delivery of complex structural engineering projects in the defence, aviation, and education sectors, focusing on innovative solutions for seismically qualified structures.

Role type

Senior IC structural engineering manager (defence & nuclear)

Builds

Seismically qualified infrastructure for nuclear submarines, defence facilities, and aviation projects

Domain

Defence, Aviation, Nuclear, Civil Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Structural design (steel, reinforced concrete), Seismic analysis and design, Project lifecycle management, Client engagement, Technical reporting, Quality control reviews, Mentorship, Commercial estimation, Contract knowledge, Finite element analysis interpretation

Preferred skills

Nuclear sector safety case knowledge, Business development, Proposal writing

Technologies

Finite element software packages

Responsibilities

Lead technical delivery of complex challenges, Manage commercial and resourcing aspects, Prepare technical reports for clients, Undertake independent technical reviews, Perform quality control reviews, Mentor and coach team members, Participate in technical proposals, Provide project estimates, Support business development

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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