Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

Matchtech; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join their Aberdeen team on a contract basis. This role involves leading a design team for petrochemical projects, ensuring technical excellence, and developing innovative solutions while supporting junior engineers. The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and enjoy working in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to work on exciting projects

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Civil/Structural Engineer in petrochemical projects.
• Knowledge of industry norms and specifications in the energy sector.
• Competency in designing various structural elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and designers on petrochemical projects.
• Maintain technical quality and ensure compliance with budget and schedule.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Civil/Structural Design experience

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered status with ICE or IStructE

Job description

Client:

Location:

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3cf926249d78

Job Views:

5

Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

We have a long-term, Senior requirement for a Civil / Structural Design Engineer to work with on the UK's leading Engineering Companies on Petrochemical projects.

Key skills required for this role

Important

Civil/Structural Design experience in the Petrochemical Sector

Our client, a prominent player in the oil and gas sector, is currently seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. Based out of the Aberdeen office, you will lead a team of engineers and designers, supporting the broader multi-disciplinary design and construction teams working on petrochemical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicating confidently and authoritatively with clients
• Challenging and delivering value engineering solutions
• Maintaining the required technical quality of work produced by the Civil and Structural team
• Ensuring all assigned work complies with the agreed budget and schedule
• Reviewing and checking drawings, calculations, specifications and related documentation for civil and structural works
• Developing design documents, reports and specifications
• Communicating designs effectively to the wider teams
• Delivering presentations to both internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting in developing the knowledge and skills of the Civil and Structural team
• Leading and managing teams effectively
• Supporting and guiding junior team members
• Ensuring safety by design with a strong focus on assessing and articulating risks
• Appreciating the requirements of temporary works

Job Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered status with ICE or IStructE
• Considerable experience as a Civil/Structural Engineer in the petrochemical sector
• Knowledge of Energy Sector industry norms and specifications
• Competence in the design of foundations, pipe supports, pipe racks/tracks, rotating equipment supports, gas process structures, drainage, steel, concrete and temporary works
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment
• A UK driving licence
• Offshore experience (beneficial but not essential)
• Flexible working arrangements - (3 days in office / 2 remote if preferred)
• Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging petrochemical projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Share

Matchtech is a STEM Recruitment Specialist, with over 40 years’ experience

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom