Structural Engineer – South West England
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 Växjö, 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 600 employees and annual revenues exceeding £105 million. We’re 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, you’ll play a key role in delivering technically sound, compliant, and buildable balcony solutions. From early-stage design through to installation, you’ll provide hands-on structural insight, working closely with architects, contractors, façade 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 We’re Looking For
- Degree-qualified in Structural or Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of UK experience in structural steel, modular systems, or façade 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 You’ll 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
You’re 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. You're 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: ben.hetherington@balcouk.com
- Department
- Balco Ltd
- Locations
- Balco Balcony Systems Ltd
Colleagues
Balco Balcony Systems Ltd
Three reasons to grow with Balco
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Our culture
Balco is characterised by entrepreneurship, quality, and pride in our history and our balcony systems, which are best in class. We have grown into an international group with great opportunities, but the Småland mentality still permeates the entire company.
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Our knowledge and breadth
Since 1987, we have been developing our balcony systems and our construction process. Today, we are market leaders in the industry and specialists in what we do. We work in teams with close collaboration between departments, as we handle almost everything in-house. We have welders, casters, economists, product developers, construction engineers, marketing people, and designers – yes, you get it, we have the entire chain in-house!
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Our leadership
Our success is built on the competence, commitment, joy, and responsibility of our employees to go the extra mile. We place great trust in our staff and rely on them to do a good job without micromanaging the details. Our work environment is characterised by quick decision-making processes, exciting challenges, opportunities, openness, and having fun at work. We have many examples where our employees have had the opportunity to grow and develop with the company – maybe you'll be next?
Balco as a workplace
We offer you an exciting and developmental workplace in an expanding company that has both an international and local touch. Here, decisions are made quickly, the work environment is open, the introduction programmes are good, and there are excellent career opportunities.
At Balco, there is still a strong sense of family, despite our significant growth in recent years. We are an entrepreneurial-driven company that is always interested in new ideas and ways of thinking. With us, you will have the opportunity to influence and make a difference in your job!
About Balco
Balco is the market leader, and our open and glazed balcony systems are in demand throughout Europe. We are also proud that our innovative solutions have contributed to improving the quality of life for many people.
We provide support and assistance throughout the entire construction process, from the initial considerations to the final inspection. High quality and extensive experience, combined with a sound and solid financial foundation, make us a reliable and stable partner.