Structural Engineer - Technical Excellence + Computational Design

Heyne Tillett Steel is an award-winning structural and civil engineering practice with a reputation for intelligent design and innovative, practical and sustainable solutions. Based in central London and established in 2007 by directors Andy Heyne, Mark Tillett and Tom Steel, the practice now has over 180 people.

We are currently working on exciting and innovative projects throughout the UK for many leading developers and architects.

Heyne Tillett Steel is an Employee Ownership Trust. We are committed to the development and success of our staff and maintaining the ethos of the practice. If you want to be part of a friendly and dynamic team, then we want to hear from you.

About the role

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to work across our Technical Excellence Group and Computational Design team in a full-time role.

At HTS, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of low-carbon and innovative structural engineering. Our team drives research and development across the practice, connecting advanced structural theory and computational workflows with practical project delivery.

This non-project role is primarily to aid in delivery and development of initiatives within the Technical Excellence and Computational teams. More broadly, the candidate should expect to eventually become a leader and representative of these aspects within the practice. They should have confidence to speak publicly about their work to share knowledge and promote best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Engage in research, testing, and development of complex or innovative structural concepts to uphold our position as industry leaders.
• Conduct research on construction materials, supply chains, sustainability, and circularity, and effectively communicate findings both internally and externally.
• Lead the authoring of internal technical approach notes and standardised technical documentation
• Foster partnerships with academic institutions for experimentation and testing
• Collaborate with internal teams contributing to the expansion of our knowledge base and service offerings.

Computational

• Create design tools and resources aimed at enhancing our efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in development of computational workflows to suit and enhance the HTS process.
• Work alongside our software development team to deploy tools into proprietary or bespoke platforms.
• Champion computational design within the practice. Aid with other engineers to develop/employ computational techniques in their day to day work.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities, with a passion for delving into complex problems.
• Strong engineering foundation with in-depth knowledge of industry codes of practice and guidance, and a proven track record of applying these to complex, non-standard problems
• Proficiency in text based and/or visual based programming. This could include Python, Rhino/Grasshopper, Matlab, C++, Dynamo, etc,
• Experience in application of text or visual based programming within a design consultancy environment.
• Advanced knowledge of finite element analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively, with a tenacious approach to overcoming challenges.
• Lateral thinking skills and a creative mindset, enabling you to explore innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.

Heyne Tillett Steel is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.