Senior Structural Engineer in England

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Structural Engineer:

• Provide structural design input into feasibility studies, whole life costing and preliminary designs.
• Review and provide feedback on structural designs, reports, and proposals prepared by external consultants and contractors.
• Identify and define optimised engineering solutions that align with business needs, safety standards, and long‑term asset performance.
• Assess risks to delivery of schemes and mitigate identified risks.
• Undertake the Lead Design Engineer role on schemes as allocated.
• Specify and oversee the commissioning of structural surveys and investigations to inform solution development and asset conditional assessments.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal Asset Standards and procedures.
• Liaison with internal stakeholders such as capital delivery, operations, and asset management.
• Support the Line Manager and Head of Civil Engineering in the delivery of the Critical Assets Risk Management programme.
• Work with CAD technicians to produce drawings.
• Support and guide junior engineers.

Base location and working pattern:

• Hybrid – Clearwater Court – RG1 8DB with frequent travel to operational and construction sites.
• 36 hours, Monday‑Friday.

Necessary requirements:

• A valid UK driving licence.

What you should bring to the role:

• Degree level in civil/structural engineering with progression toward Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven experience in the design of water and wastewater treatment infrastructure (new build, extensions, and rehabilitation).
• Knowledge of UK water industry standards, Eurocodes, British Standards, and relevant specifications.
• Experience in structural design and assessment of water‑retaining and general civil structures.
• Ability to provide technical assurance on structural aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with standards and best practice.
• Appreciation of buildability, with the ability to review and challenge proposed solutions in collaboration with contractors and designers.
• Good communication skills both internally and externally with ability to collaborate and influence colleagues.
• Familiar with Health & Safety requirements.
• Capability to meet confined space entry requirements.

Additional skills and experiences would be great to have:

• Ability to undertake design checks & inspection of bridges would be an added advantage.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to a wide range of benefits to support health, wellbeing and financial security, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace where every day you can make a difference. Our purpose is to safeguard the water supply for future generations and our shared future.

Learning more about our purpose and values:

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. We are committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly a rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer on advert closure:

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.