At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex structural engineering projects in the nuclear sector from concept to delivery.
- Company: Respected global consultancy with a focus on innovation and technical excellence.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, comprehensive benefits, hybrid working, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Collaborative teams with ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on nationally significant nuclear projects while mentoring future engineers.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and experience in regulated industries.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Principal Structural Engineer
The Opportunity
As a Principal Structural Engineer, you'll take ownership of complex structural engineering packages from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
Working within multidisciplinary teams, you'll provide technical leadership, ensure engineering quality, support project delivery and mentor the next generation of engineers.
This role offers genuine career progression, exposure to nationally important nuclear projects and the opportunity to develop towards senior technical leadership within a respected global consultancy.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Leading the structural design and analysis of complex engineering projects within the nuclear sector.
- Producing and reviewing structural calculations, technical reports, drawings and specifications.
- Managing technical work packages from initial concept through to successful project completion.
- Collaborating closely with project managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Supporting the preparation of safety cases, engineering substantiation and technical justifications.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards, nuclear regulations and quality procedures.
- Providing technical guidance, mentoring and support to graduate and junior engineers.
- Identifying opportunities for innovation, continuous improvement and engineering best practice.
- Supporting successful project delivery by managing technical risks and maintaining high engineering standards.
What We're Looking For
- Degree qualified in Civil, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
- Significant experience delivering structural engineering design within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry.
- Strong understanding of structural design principles, technical assurance and engineering governance.
- Experience leading technical work packages on complex engineering projects.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to mentor and develop less experienced engineers.
- Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or already Chartered with a recognised professional institution.
- Full UK driving licence desirable.
- Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Why Apply?
- Excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance.
- Clear career progression into senior technical and leadership positions.
- Exposure to nationally significant nuclear infrastructure programmes.
- Ongoing professional development and full support towards Chartership (if required).
- Collaborative, supportive and highly experienced engineering teams.
- Opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to delivery.
- A culture that values innovation, technical excellence and continuous improvement.
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Principal Structural Engineer in Wigton employer: American Society of Civil Engineers
Join a dynamic leader in BMS control systems in Greater Belfast, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With an attractive salary package, including a company car and pension plan, you will have the opportunity to manage exciting projects while building strong client relationships in a collaborative environment that values innovation and teamwork.
Contact Details:
American Society of Civil Engineers Recruitment Team
