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Structural Design Engineer / Manager, Steel Lintels Ireland Ltd

  • Sector: Science
  • Location: Newry (Armagh, Northern Ireland)
  • Salary: £30k - £37k
  • Hours per week: 40 Hours
  • Closing date and time: 06/04/2026, 17:00

Job Summary

This position is with Steel Lintels. The role forms part of an Innovation Boost project supported by InterTradeIreland. Salary support under the programme is provided for 18 months; however, the employment contract is with Steel Lintels and is not limited to the funding period.

Steel Lintels Ireland Ltd. is a leading supplier of steel lintels, serving builders, contractors, and merchants across Ireland and the UK. As the exclusive importer of Catnic™ Lintels in Ireland, we stock an extensive range of standard Catnic™ products. Known for our technical expertise and customer-focused service, we provide high-quality, reliable solutions to the construction industry. Our experienced team is committed to continuous innovation, operational excellence, and expanding our offering to meet the evolving demands of the market.

Job Description

This is a key strategic role focused on leading the company’s expansion from a specialist lintel provider into a full-service structural steel provider. The Structural Design Engineer / Manager will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and launch of a new range of structural steel products. Working across engineering, sales, and operations teams, the successful candidate will manage all aspects of product development, from initial planning and technical specification through to 3D design, structural analysis, fabrication, quality assurance, and market rollout.

A core part of the role will be delivering integrated, high-value solutions that meet the evolving needs of both new and existing customers. The Structural Design Engineer / Manager will play a central role in driving innovation, improving operational processes, and supporting the company’s ambition to become a full-service structural steel partner to the construction industry in Ireland and the UK.

This role is based onsite at the employer’s premises in Forkhill, Northern Ireland and requires daily attendance onsite. Relocation, accommodation and commuting arrangements are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The successful graduate will lead this project, in a supportive partnership with University of Limerick as part of the InterTradeIreland Innovation Boost Programme.

Interviews will be held approximately week commencing: 13/04/2026

Essential Criteria

  • Degree in Civil / Structural / Built Environment.
  • Applicants must have the legal right to work in NI/UK for the full duration of the 18 month contract. If your right to work is time limited, you must provide evidence of your current immigration permission and its expiry date at the time of application. Please note that this programme does not provide visa sponsorship. Failure to provide a relevant Visa/Work permit could result in your application not being considered.

Desirable Criteria

  • Knowledge of steel design principles and fabrication workshop operations.
  • Knowledge of process development and implementation.
  • Knowledge of all relevant compliance standards and regulations.
  • Knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Excellent communication skills, ability to drive operational improvements and client relationship and stakeholder management.
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