Principal Civil Engineer - Energy Infra Design Lead

Energy Jobline CVL; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural design activities on major energy infrastructure projects in Nottinghamshire. The role emphasizes design authority, safety, and regulatory compliance across concept to delivery. You will guide governance, review design outputs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while navigating evolving requirements and security clearances as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civil/structural design within regulated industries.
• Strong governance, assurance and design control experience.
• Proven ability to manage technical risks and interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative civil and structural leadership within a Design Authority framework.
• Define and maintain civil design basis, standards and technical requirements.
• Review, challenge and approve civil and structural design outputs for technical integrity.
• Establish and manage engineering governance, design controls and review processes.
• Ensure integration between buildings, structures, site infrastructure and wider engineering systems.
• Lead early-stage concept development where design maturity is low or evolving requirements.
• Identify, assess and manage technical risks and uncertainties.
• Support lifecycle progression activities and readiness reviews.
• Contribute to planning, permitting and construction readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree-qualified Civil or Structural Engineer

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural design activities on major energy infrastructure projects in Nottinghamshire. The role emphasizes design authority, safety, and regulatory compliance across concept to delivery. You will guide governance, review design outputs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while navigating evolving requirements and security clearances as needed.