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HWA is an owner-managed SME delivering high quality engineering services to our valued clients.

We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. Our team isn’t just a group of individuals, we’re a close-knit family where each member is valued as our greatest asset. We believe in empowering our staff to define their roles and contribute meaningfully to the growth and direction of our business. Your unique perspective and skills are not only welcomed but celebrated as essential to our collective success.

Professional growth is not just encouraged, it’s actively supported. We prioritise ongoing learning and development, providing ample opportunities for training and skill enhancement. Your journey with us will be one of continuous improvement and personal fulfillment.

As we embark on the exciting journey of implementing our five-year plan, we’re seeking exceptional talent to be part of our team. Your abilities and approach will make a difference to our business.

What We Can Offer You

Competitive compensation package

Attractive salary with opportunities for growth

Financial protection

Life assurance, critical illness, and income protection cover

Financial planning

Contributory Pension Scheme with up to 5% company contribution

Performance incentives

Profit share bonus based on company performance

Flexible holiday scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Option to buy or sell additional days to tailor your time off

Employee engagement and support

Access to our fun, interactive employee engagement app, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), all administered by YuLife

Personal well-being support

Personal well-being allowances to prioritise your health and wellness

Professional development

Tailored training opportunities to enhance your skills

Professional subscriptions

Payment for one professional subscription annually (where applicable)

Recognition for loyalty

Long service awards for dedicated employees

Vibrant workplace culture

Active social calendar fostering a supportive and inclusive environment

Sustainable commuting

Cycle to Work scheme offering competitive rates for bikes and accessories

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Structural Engineer

Location: Radcliffe on Trent, Nottingham (with flexible working options)

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Are you an experienced graduate with a passion for structural engineering and at least two years of post-graduate industry experience? We’re expanding our Structural Engineering team and are looking for a dedicated, technically skilled engineer to join us in delivering high-impact projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified engineer with hands-on experience to take the next step in their career, playing a lead role in delivering diverse and complex structural designs while growing professionally in a collaborative, supportive environment.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll be a key player in delivering structural engineering solutions across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, education, blue light, and local authority projects. You will:

  • Lead Project Delivery: Take a lead role in the design and delivery of structural engineering solutions, working across multiple stages from concept through to detailed design.
  • Diverse Project Portfolio: Engage with a variety of projects, from domestic-scale developments to larger projects valued up to £30M, providing you with a breadth of experience and technical challenges.
  • Technical Leadership: Apply your in-depth knowledge of structural design principles to create innovative, efficient solutions across all common building materials.
  • Collaborative Work Environment: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You’ll be expected to take on leadership responsibilities while also supporting team members with your expertise.
  • Client Interaction: Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and providing exceptional service.

About You

We’re looking for an engineer who is eager to take on more responsibility and continue to develop their technical expertise. Ideally, you will have:

Client-Focused Approach: A strong commitment to delivering high-quality service and maintaining long-term client relationships.

Proven Experience: Experience in structural design across all common building materials, with a solid understanding of the relevant design standards and principles.

Leadership Potential: Ability to take charge of project delivery, guide less experienced team members, and manage workloads effectively to meet project deadlines.

Software Proficiency: Strong knowledge of key software packages such as Tekla Structural Designer, Tedds, AutoCAD, and ideally, an understanding of Revit and BIM processes.

Problem-Solving Skills: A track record of successfully solving complex technical challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

Team Player with Communication Skills: A proactive communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment and can coordinate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Why HWA?

Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of exciting projects, from smaller domestic developments to large-scale, high-value schemes.

Growth & Development: We’re committed to supporting your ongoing professional development, offering training, mentorship, and opportunities for career progression.

Flexible Working: Enjoy a flexible approach to working arrangements, including the option to work from home part of the week.

Collaborative Environment: Join a team of skilled professionals who value knowledge-sharing, teamwork, and a strong commitment to quality engineering.

Excellent Location: Our office is in Radcliffe on Trent, just outside Nottingham city centre, with ample free parking and excellent transport links for your convenience.

Ready to lead? Apply now to join the HWA team. Send your CV with a short covering letter stating which position you are applying for to our Practice Manager Michaela Towers -michaela.towers@hwaconsulting.co.uk

Senior/Principal Engineer (Reporting)

Location: Radcliffe on Trent, Nottingham (with flexible working options)

About The Role

We are looking to strengthen our successful Structural Engineers Reports team. This team is highly regarded and primarily investigates structural/building problems and advises on remedial actions. It also undertakes small scale structural design projects. Our clients are in both domestic and commercial sectors.

The successful candidate will either hold Chartered Engineer status through membership of either the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), or be very close to achieving it.

While the role available is full time, we are also open to accommodating a reduced working week of no less than 22.5 hours. Hybrid home/office working is also a possibility, making this an attractive opportunity for those seeking work-life balance.

If you are a driven and meticulous engineer, eager to contribute to our dynamic team, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further. Please take a moment to review the key responsibilities below and consider if this role aligns with your career aspirations.

Key responsibilities

  • Investigation: Engage in thorough examinations of structural and building problems to identify defects and their causes. Research, review and understand documents prepared by other professionals that relate to and inform the outputs of the role.
  • Remedial Solutions: Determine effective and innovative remedial actions to address defects and their causes.
  • Report Writing: Create detailed, clear, and concise reports, ensuring they meet the highest professional and company quality standards.
  • Effective Communication: Collaborate proactively and communicate effectively with team members and others to share insights, seek advice, and contribute to collective problem-solving.
  • Assignment Management: Monitor time and resources to ensure assignments are ‘on plan’ in relation to fees and budget, taking action and escalating issues as appropriate.
  • Fee Management: Determine fees in accordance with company policies, ensuring invoices are raised in a timely manner.
  • Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with our domestic and commercial clients to understand their unique needs and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all outputs adhere to industry standards and all relevant regulations.

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas:

  • Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and either Chartered Engineer status or the expectation thereof shortly.
  • Experience in the construction industry providing structural investigation services.
  • Excellent communication skills, including effective report writing and explaining findings verbally, considering the needs of non-technical clients.
  • Ability to carry out simple structural design using both hand calculations and computer-based techniques.
  • A good working knowledge of other engineering disciplines and the wider aspects of construction.
  • Competence in using administrative software packages, including Microsoft Office.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Location

Our office is based in Radcliffe on Trent, which has ample free parking and excellent transport links. We are happy for our team to work from home for part of each week as flexibility is important to us and we are keen that we all work from a location to our mutual benefit.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please submit your CV with a short covering letter stating which position you are applying for, to our Practice Manager, Michaela Towers – michaela.towers@hwaconsulting.co.uk