Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

Nrl; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Challenging projects

Job summary

NRL is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer in Middlesbrough to lead civil and structural design, reviews, and site surveys on major infrastructure projects. The role involves collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, delivering high-quality design work and ensuring compliance with standards.

The position offers 37 hours per week, on-site with some flexibility, and a salary negotiable within market ranges.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Civil/Structural Eng degree

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

STAAD Pro

Job description

Principal Civil / Structural Engineer (V-414730)

Location Middlesbrough, England Sector Engineering Salary Negotiable

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.