Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

NRL Recruitment; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Recruitment is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our client in Middlesbrough. The role focuses on delivering high-quality design work and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams on infrastructure projects.

You will develop detailed civil and structural designs, review deliverables, and conduct site visits while ensuring compliance with standards. Chartered status or progress toward Chartership is expected, with strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (MEng/BEng).
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership.
• Strong understanding of civil/structural design principles.
• Familiarity with STAAD Pro or similar software.
• Knowledge of materials, construction processes and relevant standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare detailed civil and structural design documents, including layouts, reports and calculations.
• Support senior engineers by reviewing and checking design deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and surveys to inform design development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to meet milestones.
• Produce technical documentation and communicate project progress clearly.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes and client requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Manage multiple tasks and deliver work on time and to specification.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork / collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (MEng/BEng)

Chartered Engineer status or chartership in progress

Tools

STAAD Pro

Job description

Job Title

Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Middlesbrough. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys delivering high-quality design work and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. The role offers exposure to challenging projects within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Rate

Negotiable, Inside IR35 on an Umbrella basis

Location and Working Pattern

Middlesbrough - on-site with some flexibility.

37 hours per week

Client Overview

Our client is a leading provider of infrastructure services, delivering engineering and construction solutions across multiple sectors. They are committed to innovation, safety and sustainability, and offer opportunities for growth within a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare detailed civil and structural design documents, including layouts, reports and calculations.
• Support Principal/Lead Engineers by reviewing and checking design deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and surveys to gather information for design development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to meet project milestones.
• Produce technical documentation and reports, clearly communicating project progress.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes and client requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Manage multiple tasks effectively while delivering work on time and to specification.

Must-have Requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (e.g., MEng or BEng).
• Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional body, or working towards Chartership.
• Strong understanding of civil and structural design principles.
• Familiarity with STAAD Pro or similar design and analysis software.
• Knowledge of materials, construction processes and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience in continuous improvement or process optimisation.
• Previous involvement in major infrastructure or nuclear projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Engaging projects within a collaborative and innovative team.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.