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Job Location drjobs

Taunton - UK

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Be a problem solver. Deliver smart buildable solutions in a fast-paced UK construction market.

Balco Balcony Systems Ltd part of the European-leading Balco Group is seeking a practical and innovative Structural Engineer to support our growing UK team. With rising demand for smart integrated balcony solutions this is a unique opportunity to join a company known for design excellence quality and proactive problem-solving.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on tackling technical challenges enjoys working closely with clients and contractors and can translate complex issues into clear actionable solutions.

About Balco Group

Founded in 1987 in Vxj Sweden Balco Group designs manufactures and installs its own balcony systems across Europe. Operating in Sweden Norway Denmark Finland the UK Germany Poland and the Netherlands the Group has over 650 employees and annual revenues exceeding 105 million. Were recognised for our commitment to design integrity sustainability and engineering excellence.

The Role

Based in South West England and working on projects throughout the UK youll play a key role in delivering technically sound compliant and buildable balcony solutions. From early-stage design through to installation youll provide hands-on structural insight working closely with architects contractors faade consultants and our internal teams.

This is a dynamic solution-focused role requiring a confident engineer who can think on their feet solve problems in real time and bring clarity to complex site and design scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural feasibility studies and option appraisals in pre-sales phases.
  • Translate design challenges into safe efficient and buildable engineering solutions.
  • Prepare clear client-facing structural reports for both design and construction stages.
  • Collaborate with UK and European Design Engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Lead structural modelling and analysis using software such as AutoCAD Tekla and FEM-Design.
  • Attend site visits to troubleshoot advise and deliver immediate structural input.
  • Coordinate with client-side engineers to resolve clashes and ensure compliance.
  • Prioritise and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Support sales teams with technical advice and ensure proposed solutions are viable and achievable.
  • Produce full calculation reports for smooth handover to operations once projects are sold.

What Were Looking For

  • Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of UK experience in structural steel modular systems or faade engineering.
  • Strong working knowledge of British Standards Eurocodes and UK Building Regulations.
  • Experience designing with steel aluminium concrete and glass.
  • Proficiency in relevant software: FEM-Design 23 IdeaStatica 24.1 AutoCAD Mathcad Inventor Microsoft Office Hilti/Fischer tools.
  • Excellent communication skills able to explain structural concepts clearly to non-engineers.
  • Solutions-focused mindset with a calm constructive approach to challenges.
  • Self-motivated organised and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • A collaborative team player with a positive can-do attitude.

What Youll Get

  • A high-impact role with autonomy and variety across a growing UK project portfolio.
  • Opportunities to solve complex technical problems in a supportive fast-paced environment.
  • A collaborative international culture that values ideas initiative and growth.
  • Access to cutting-edge European design and manufacturing resources.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

Who You Are

Youre an innovative thinker a hands-on problem solver and a confident communicator. You enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team thrive under pressure and bring a delivery-first mindset to every challenge. Youre proactive resilient and ready to make a real impact from day one.

Key attributes:
Adaptable technically competent confident self-driven enthusiastic collaborative resilient and a clear communicator able to work independently or within a team.

Interested

For questions contact Ben Hetherington Head of Design:

Employment Type

Full Time

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