Principal Civil / Structural Engineer - Structures Energy

WSP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the United Kingdom seeks a Principal Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery of structural solutions for major energy infrastructure projects in the UK, including substations, transmission and distribution networks, and Overhead Line structures.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, innovative and sustainable outcomes, while mentoring junior engineers and supporting project delivery.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
• Proven experience in structural engineering design and delivery.
• Experience in substations, transmission & distribution, and OHL projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; proven leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design on major energy infrastructure projects.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission & distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage project delivery, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Engage with clients to understand project needs and provide expert guidance.
• Contribute to business development and proposal writing.
• Support development of best practices and innovation within the team.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Leadership

Structural engineering design

Stakeholder engagement

Team mentoring

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consultancies. In the UK, our Building Structures team has been successfully delivering capital national infrastructure projects in the Energy sector—particularly within Transmission and Distribution—since the early 1990s. Over this time, our design teams have become recognised as exemplars in the delivery of large, complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

We are now entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking to expand our team of Professional Structural Engineers and Technicians. If you have the ambition and commitment to be part of addressing the UK’s largest capital infrastructure challenges, and want to grow your career with a leading consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

A little more about your role…

As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in the design and delivery of structural solutions for major energy infrastructure projects. These include Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical assets in the UK’s energy transition.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, innovative, and sustainable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering design on major energy infrastructure projects.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage project delivery, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and WSP’s quality processes.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand project needs and provide expert guidance.
• Contribute to business development and proposal writing.
• Support the development of best practices and innovation within the team.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about engineering and infrastructure, with a strong technical background and leadership capabilities.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership.
• Proven experience in structural engineering design and delivery.
• Ideally, experience in the following:
• Substations
• Transmission and Distribution infrastructure
• Overhead Line (OHL) projects
• Power stations
• Petrochemical facilities
• Strong understanding of UK design codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.

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