Principal Civil & Structural Engineer — Hybrid & Global Impact

Mott MacDonald Group; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions match

Life assurance 4x salary

Annual bonus

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our Nuclear, Defence and Civil division in the UK. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects across defence, nuclear, energy and infrastructure sectors, and support clients with strategic and technical guidance.

The role offers hybrid working, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a global, employee-owned organisation.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with experience in energy or regulated industries.
• Strong technical expertise with a track record of delivering high-standard engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to projects from feasibility to construction and commissioning.
• Oversee civil engineering design and checks for energy, defence, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical documentation and minimum functional requirements for civil aspects.
• Conduct inspections and provide reports with recommendations for asset maintenance.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Energy sector experience

Regulated environments

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Civil / Structural Engineer to join our Nuclear, Defence and Civil division in the UK. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects across defence, nuclear, energy and infrastructure sectors, and support clients with strategic and technical guidance.

The role offers hybrid working, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a global, employee-owned organisation.