Senior / Principal Structural Engineer
Location: Any UK location with flexible working offered
Are you looking for the chance to shape major UK water infrastructure projects?
Do you enjoy solving complex structural engineering challenges?
Would you like to see your designs progress from concept through to construction?
If so, we'd like to hear from you.
We are looking to strengthen our Engineering team with a Senior or Principal Structural Engineer.
You’ll work on a diverse range of water and wastewater projects across the UK. You’ll help deliver assets that make a real difference to communities and the environment.
Working within a Design and Build environment means you’ll have the opportunity to see your designs become reality. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally while working on projects delivered through nine major water frameworks.
Why join us?
- Work on nationally significant water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- See your designs progress from concept through to construction.
- Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Develop your technical and leadership skills.
- Support and mentor junior engineers.
- Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary teams.
- Influence project delivery and engineering decisions.
- Help shape sustainable solutions for future generations.
What will you be doing?
Structural Design
- Produce structural design calculations for water and wastewater treatment projects.
- Design reinforced concrete and structural steelwork in accordance with relevant Eurocodes and British Standards.
- Review structural content of construction drawings and models.
- Review subcontractor design proposals.
Project Delivery
- Coordinate structural designs with other engineering disciplines.
- Ensure designs consider buildability, standardisation and DfMA principles.
- Support construction activities through technical advice and site visits.
- Deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget.
Technical Leadership
- Support and develop junior engineers.
- Share technical knowledge and best practice.
- Assist in improving engineering processes and procedures.
- Promote sustainable and environmentally responsible design.
Collaboration
- Liaise with internal and external project stakeholders.
- Work closely with civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines.
- Collaborate with our extended global engineering team in Pune & Singapore.
Is this role right for you?
You may be interested in this opportunity if you:
- Enjoy solving challenging engineering problems.
- Want to broaden your experience across a variety of projects.
- Like working in collaborative multidisciplinary teams.
- Are looking to develop your leadership capability.
- Want to contribute to projects that have a positive environmental impact.
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re an experienced Senior Engineer looking for greater responsibility or a Principal Engineer seeking new challenges, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact.
What you will bring....Essential:
- Essential: Strong structural engineering design background, including technical detailing for Water Treatment and Sewage Treatment ProjectsA proven track record of structural engineering within the water with a desire to work in a design and build environmentGood knowledge of structural analysis and ability to use Microsoft Excel and design software such as StaadPro and Tekla TEDDSDegree qualified in Civil and/or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)Membership of a relevant professional institutionGood working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety.
- You will be required to travel within the UK occasionally either to an office or site.
- Desirable: Chartered or nearing chartershipGood track record for the design of water retaining structures to construction standard using EurocodesExperience of working for a global organisation.
- Experience of working with remote/dispersed teams.
- Experience in the Water/Wastewater Treatment Industry.
- Ability to embrace collaborative and innovative working.
- Knowledge of BIM procedures and techniques Wider experience of structural design across the construction industryExperience of outline and tender structural design.
- Behavioural Competencies: Communication CollaborationClient FocusStriving for resultsIntegrity, Trust, and RespectCoaching and Providing Feedback
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Principal Structural Engineer employer: MWH Treatment
MWH Treatment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Morestead Road site where you can thrive in your role as a General Foreman. We prioritise employee growth and well-being, providing comprehensive benefits such as hybrid working options, generous holiday allowances, and health insurance, all while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development in the water sector.
