Lead Civil & Structural Engineer – Nuclear, Energy, Defence

Mott MacDonald; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Employee ownership

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. You will lead and contribute to a diverse range of projects across defence, nuclear, energy, and infrastructure, supporting local clients and our UK and European teams.

With Chartered Engineer credentials, you will mentor junior staff, supervise design and checks, prepare technical documentation, manage schedules and costs, and build strong client relationships while delivering

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with experience in the energy sector or similar regulated industries.
• Experience in regulated environments, such as nuclear or defence.
• Strong technical expertise and a track record of delivering engineering solutions to a high standard.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt to new challenges within a fast-moving project environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to projects at all stages, from feasibility and concept design to detailed engineering, planning support, construction, and commissioning.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects, working closely with colleagues across Mott MacDonald and engaging with external clients and stakeholders to develop cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
• Oversee and/or undertake civil engineering design and checks for a wide range of energy, defence, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare high-quality technical documentation, specifications, and minimum functional requirements for civil engineering aspects of projects.
• Conduct civil inspections of infrastructure assets across the UK to support asset maintenance and life extension, producing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Provide strategic and technical advice to clients, ensuring solutions align with their project needs and objectives.
• Undertake site and client office visits, as required by project demands.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction while identifying and promoting opportunities for future collaboration.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project schedules and costs, ensuring deliverables are met.
• Support project management, control, and administration, in line with your experience level.
• Play a key role in mentoring and developing junior staff, helping to foster a strong and inclusive team culture.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Energy sector experience

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring juniors

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our Nuclear, Defence, and Civil division. You will lead and contribute to a diverse range of projects across defence, nuclear, energy, and infrastructure, supporting local clients and our UK and European teams.

With Chartered Engineer credentials, you will mentor junior staff, supervise design and checks, prepare technical documentation, manage schedules and costs, and build strong client relationships while delivering