Careers at Barry Honeysett

Join a small, specialist structural engineering practice where your work makes a real difference. We offer varied, interesting projects and genuine opportunities for professional development.

A Practice Where Engineers Thrive

Barry Honeysett Consulting Structural and Civil Engineers is a small, specialist practice where every team member plays a meaningful role. Unlike larger firms, you'll work across the full range of project types from day one — developing broad skills and deep expertise simultaneously.

Our specialist work in historic buildings, cob construction, and traditional Devon structures provides unique learning opportunities that are simply not available at most engineering practices. If you're passionate about structural engineering and want to develop genuine expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Small Collaborative Team
Exeter City Centre
CPD Supported
Structural engineering drawings and blueprints

Benefits of Working With Us

Varied and interesting project portfolio
Specialist training in historic and traditional buildings
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Professional development and CPD support
Support towards Chartered Engineer status
Based in the heart of Exeter city centre
Flexible working arrangements considered

Current Openings

We periodically recruit for the following types of roles. Even if no specific vacancy is currently advertised, we welcome speculative applications from talented engineers.

Graduate Structural Engineer

Full TimeGraduate

An excellent opportunity for a recently graduated structural engineer to join our practice and develop their skills across a wide variety of projects.

Requirements

  • BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (2:1 or above)
  • Working towards or eligible for IEng/CEng accreditation
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for structural engineering and historic buildings
  • Driving licence desirable

Responsibilities

  • Structural calculations and design under supervision
  • Site visits and structural inspections
  • Preparation of structural reports
  • Collaboration with architects and contractors
  • Development of CAD drawings

Structural Design Engineer

Full TimeExperienced

We are seeking an experienced structural design engineer to work independently on a wide range of residential, commercial, and historic building projects.

Requirements

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Minimum 3 years post-graduate experience
  • Experience with residential and commercial projects
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software
  • Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Independent management of structural design projects
  • Structural calculations and Building Regulations submissions
  • Client liaison and project management
  • Mentoring of junior engineers
  • Business development support

Speculative Applications Welcome

We're always interested in hearing from talented structural engineers at any stage of their career. If you're passionate about structural engineering and interested in joining a specialist practice in Exeter, please get in touch.