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Job Description

Locations: Newcastle, Warrington, Gloucester or Knutsford

Flexibility: We put flexibility first – hybrid and adaptable working patterns available.

Are you a seasoned Civil or Structural Engineer ready to take on technical leadership within major nuclear energy projects? We're supporting a leading organisation in the energy sector as they continue to expand their engineering capability. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact, senior position where you will shape engineering strategy, lead complex project delivery, and influence the future of major UK energy programmes.

As a senior engineering leader, you will:

Serve as Technical Authority and Responsible Engineer across major projects.

Define engineering strategy, standards, and best practice for civil & structural disciplines.

Lead multidisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle—bids, concept, detailed design, and construction.

Oversee delivery of complex engineering packages to time, cost, and quality.

Provide governance, assurance, and technical leadership on safety-critical systems.

Support development of safety case documentation, structural design substantiation, and technical reporting.

Engage at senior level with clients, regulators, and industry bodies.

Mentor and grow capability within the wider engineering team.

Drive innovation, digital delivery, and continuous improvement.

Support business development and build long-term client relationships.

Skills & Experience

We encourage applications from those with strong relevant experience—even if you don’t tick every box.

Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or a related field (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc).

Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it).

Proven leadership—technical lead, line manager, or Responsible Engineer roles.

Extensive civil & structural design experience within highly regulated environments (nuclear sector experience highly advantageous).

Strong understanding of nuclear safety, regulation, and QA processes.

Experience with FE analysis tools, validation & verification, and BIM-integrated design workflows.

Familiarity with ACI, ASCE, AISC standards is highly desirable.

Strong grasp of H&S legislation and CDM requirements.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Recognised subject matter expertise and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

This is a great opportunity to influence the direction of major UK energy programmes while working within a supportive, forward-thinking environment that values flexibility, innovation, and your professional growth.

If you're looking for a senior engineering position where you can influence major energy projects and lead high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.

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