At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead structural design solutions for a major international nuclear project.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, flexible working, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-stakes environment while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience in structural engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 53800 - 65000 £ per year.
Locations: Hybrid working with one of the following as primary: Derby, Warrington or Manchester.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a Lead Engineer – Civil and Structural (Structures) to support the CEZ Civil & Structural Lead on the Temelín programme. This role provides technical leadership across structural design scope, shaping engineering solutions and ensuring safe, compliant and integrated delivery within a major international nuclear project.
What You’ll Be Helping Us Deliver:
- Leading the development, assurance and coordination of structural design solutions across reinforced concrete and steel structures within your area of responsibility.
- Managing defined packages of structural work, ensuring technical outputs are robust, compliant and aligned to programme requirements.
- Coordinating closely with civil, geotechnical, mechanical and other disciplines, ensuring seamless integration across complex design interfaces.
- Chairing and contributing to technical reviews and workshops, driving resolution of complex engineering challenges and risks.
- Mentoring and developing engineers, promoting best practice and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team environment.
What We’re Looking For:
- Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer, or equivalent demonstrable experience within structural engineering.
- Experience leading structural design on complex infrastructure or industrial programmes.
- Strong technical knowledge of structural analysis, loading conditions, and relevant codes and standards, with experience across steel and reinforced concrete structures.
- Experience working within structured technical governance environments, including presenting, justifying and defending engineering solutions.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams in complex organisations.
- Understanding of safety‑led design principles, including integration of conventional health and safety considerations, with nuclear or other regulated sector experience beneficial.
Location: We offer flexible working arrangements, with an expectation of regular office or site attendance to support collaboration, stakeholder engagement and programme delivery.
What’s In It For You?
- Salary between £60,000 and £75,000.
- Performance‑related bonus target opportunity of 7%.
- Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package.
- Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
- 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
- Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover health care.
- Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay.
- £250 one‑off payment for new starters for home office purchases.
Our Commitment: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation we are committed to fair, supportive and continually improving recruitment practices.
Selection Process: The selection process will include an initial conversation with the Talent Acquisition team, followed by staged interviews with the hiring team. Applicants will be required to complete appropriate pre‑employment screening, including security and background checks.
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As a Lead Engineer in Civil and Structural (Structures), you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With flexible hybrid working arrangements across Derby, Warrington, or Manchester, we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact on major international projects while developing your career in a supportive setting.
