Civil/Structural Principal Engineer – Transmission and Distribution / Substations

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Training and development

Employee rewards program

Inclusive, family-friendly policies

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Civil/Structural Principal Engineer to lead FEED and Detailed Design for HV substations up to 400kV. Based in Birmingham, Leeds or Glasgow, you will provide technical leadership and assurance across a growing portfolio, working with client sites and our offices.

You will mentor engineers, drive delivery within time and budget, and ensure compliance with grid standards in a multi-disciplinary environment. Flexible hybrid working options available.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified; Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE) desirable.
• Experience delivering Front-End and Detailed Design for EHV (33kV-400kV) substations.
• Knowledge of UK/ international codes and standards.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver high-quality Civil/Structural engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across FEED and Detailed Design workstreams for HV/substation projects.
• Ensure compliance with Grid standards and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; manage priorities and deadlines.

Skills

Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Project leadership

Communication skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Client relationships

Travel willingness

Coaching junior engineers

Education

MEng/MSc in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural design software

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Let’s secure the future of energy.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We’re proud to say it’s thanks to our people’s diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you’ll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone’s voice is valued and treated equally.

We’re passionate about what we do, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. Our team is currently delivering work across the Transmission and Distribution sectors across the UK as well as supporting other Energy and infrastructure business sectors. We are in a position where we need to grow our team to enhance our capability and strengthen our service offering. As such we are recruiting a Civil/Structural Principal Engineer to join our Power and Energy Solutions Practice.

Your role

• As a Principal Engineer you will be responsible for engineering design and management, leading a team to deliver high-quality solutions while ensuring compliance with project and company requirements.
• You will be based either in Birmingham, Leeds, or Glasgow.
• Provide technical leadership and assurance across a growing portfolio of Front End and Detailed Design projects for AIS/GIS HV Substations (upto 400kV), HVDC converter stations etc.
• Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. You’ll enjoy working with others, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices.
• Provide Technical Leadership on the FEED and Detail Design workstreams for transmission or distribution network operators.
• Ensuring compliance with Grid standards.
• Leading discipline improvement initiatives and tools development.

About you

You have a proven track record of leading others to produce complex designs and drawings to applicable engineering codes and standards. You are comfortable working in new and changing environments and have a desire to contribute to the success of the business. You are comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.

Key skills and attributes include the following:

• Degree qualified. Master’s degree (MEng/MSc) qualified Civil or Structural Engineer.
• Chartered Engineer and a Member of ICE or IStructE is desirable.
• Track record of leading teams in the delivery of Front-End Engineering and design or Detailed Design of EHV (33kV-400kV) substation projects.
• Experience of discharging Principal Designer duties in accordance with CDM2015 is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, safety standards, and environmental compliance.
• Strong technical background, with experience of steel and reinforced concrete design using industry recognised software, relevant UK and international codes/standards.
• An appreciation of delivery and assurance of technically compliant design deliverables in accordance with the input requirements, and ability to identify design issues.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and innovation skills.
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Customer-focused mindset and capability to deliver results within budget and timelines.
• Currently hold BP141 / TP141 HV Substation qualification (or equivalent), or have knowledge and experience to do so.
• Currently working as a LCDAE or CDAE, or have knowledge and experience to do so.
• Maintain existing and develop new client relationships. Experience in coaching and developing junior engineers/designers. Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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