About the role

  • Structures Design Technician supporting the delivery of bridges and structural improvement projects for Suffolk County Council. Collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with key legislation throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • support the delivery of bridges and structural improvement projects from initial investigation through to detailed design
  • work closely with project managers, engineers, councillors, external specialists and local communities
  • produce technical drawings and bills of quantities
  • prepare risk assessments and essential documentation that enables Infrastructure Operations teams to get to work on site
  • ensure schemes progress smoothly by coordinating with statutory bodies, monitoring site activities, keeping data systems accurate and supporting compliance with key legislation

Requirements

  • A solid technical foundation with a Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline and developing skills in AutoCAD, GIS, and data management systems.
  • An analytical and detail‑focused mindset.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Good organisational and planning abilities.
  • A flexible, proactive and safety‑conscious approach, with the ability to adapt to new challenges.

Benefits

  • up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
  • membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
  • performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
  • training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
  • a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
  • diverse and active staff networks
  • flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Job title

Structures Design Technician

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

£28,598 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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