Principal Civil/Structural Engineer – HV Substations

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Training and development

Employee rewards program

Inclusive, family-friendly policies

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Civil/Structural Principal Engineer to lead FEED and Detailed Design for HV substations up to 400kV. Based in Birmingham, Leeds or Glasgow, you will provide technical leadership and assurance across a growing portfolio, working with client sites and our offices.

You will mentor engineers, drive delivery within time and budget, and ensure compliance with grid standards in a multi-disciplinary environment. Flexible hybrid working options available.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified; Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE) desirable.
• Experience delivering Front-End and Detailed Design for EHV (33kV-400kV) substations.
• Knowledge of UK/ international codes and standards.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver high-quality Civil/Structural engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across FEED and Detailed Design workstreams for HV/substation projects.
• Ensure compliance with Grid standards and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; manage priorities and deadlines.

Skills

Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Project leadership

Communication skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Client relationships

Travel willingness

Coaching junior engineers

Education

MEng/MSc in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural design software

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Civil/Structural Principal Engineer to lead FEED and Detailed Design for HV substations up to 400kV. Based in Birmingham, Leeds or Glasgow, you will provide technical leadership and assurance across a growing portfolio, working with client sites and our offices.

You will mentor engineers, drive delivery within time and budget, and ensure compliance with grid standards in a multi-disciplinary environment. Flexible hybrid working options available.