Job Description

About Us:

Crafter Engineering is a dynamic and energetic Temporary Works Design consultancy based in Birchwood. Founded in 2023, we specialise in Engineered Construction and De-Construction, offering practical and innovative solutions to the construction industry.

Our team is composed of experienced Temporary Works Engineers and Scaffold Designers who are passionate about delivering excellence in engineering.

Role Overview:

We're currently seeking an experienced

Scaffold Design Engineer

to help strengthen our team. The successful candidate will take ownership of scaffold schemes from concept through to delivery, working on international offshore oil and gas platforms and vessels an additional to other heavy engineering schemes.

What you'll do

Produce structural calculations, drawings and design risk assessments to

BS 5975

,

EN 12811

,

NASC TG20/TG30

, and project specs. Advise on tie patterns, foundations, stability/overturning, uplift, debris netting & sheeting, and interaction with other temporary works and permanent works elements. Present designs and methodologies to clients and site teams and carry out site visits when required. Contribute to internal standards, QA, and low carbon design options.

What you'll bring

Degree or HNC in Civil/Structural Engineering (or strong relevant experience). demonstrable scaffold design experience

or

strong temporary works/structural background with the drive to specialise. Working knowledge of

TG20:21

,

EN 12811

,

TG30

,

BS 5975

(procedure & roles), wind loading, and stability checks. Proficiency with design and drafting tools (e.g., AutoCAD/ BricsCAD; analysis tools; spreadsheets etc). Clear communicator, comfortable leading client conversations and solving problems on site.

What we offer

Competitive salary, car allowance, generous pension scheme and private healthcare. Hybrid working and flexible hours. A strong pipeline of varied, challenging work. Direct client exposure, rapid responsibility, and support toward Chartership. A collaborative team determined to raise the industry bar and reduce carbon through smarter design.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about temporary works design and are looking to join a young, energetic company with a strong project pipeline, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to admin@crafter-engineering.co.uk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee mentoring programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Experience:

Temporary Works: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person