Principal Civil/Structural Engineers

Amentum; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave and EAP

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Amentum is seeking Principal Civil/Structural Engineers to join our team across the UK offices, including Stockton, Newcastle, Bristol, Gloucester, Glasgow, Westlakes and Warrington. You will lead CS&A engineers and deliver civil/structural design for safety-critical projects.

You will work in a collaborative, regulated environment, using British and international standards and Eurocodes, and you will coordinate with delivery partners to ensure on-time, compliant outcomes across varied

Qualifications

• Accredited MEng in Civil Engineering or Chartered Civil/Structural status required.
• Solid technical design expertise using British/international standards or Eurocodes.
• Proven track record delivering engineering projects.
• Experience working within regulated quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of CS&A engineers and architects in the definition, implementation, and delivery of specified functional works that achieve safety, functional, and business requirements.
• Delivery of civil, structural engineering design, including reinforced concrete structures, plated steel structures, maritime structures, and specialised Nuclear facilities.
• Manage the interface to and between key Delivery Partners and the design team.
• Develop deliverables list and format (drawings, specifications, reports, etc.)

Skills

Technical design

Quality systems

Standards knowledge

Education

MEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer

Job description

About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in engineering, project and programme management and solutions integration. Founded on programme, project and engineering experience, combined with deep-seeded specialist capabilities, Amentum has become a recognised delivery partner across major UK Government and commercial programmes.

We work with our clients, partners and communities to safely and cost-effectively deliver the right solutions. We’ve earned our customers’ trust to successfully manage and execute the most complex programmes of scale and provide them with solutions they need for an unpredictable world. Our Unique Capabilities include the following:

• Complex Programme Management
• Infrastructure Delivery Partner
• Nuclear Operations
• Facility Sustainment & Modernisation
• Engineering Management, Licensing & Commissioning
• Decommissioning
• Defence
• Energy Consulting
• Engineering, Installing, and Managing Innovative Solutions
• Nuclear Design and Engineering
• Energy Storage, Transmission & Distribution
• Thermal Generation & Distributed Heat

Job Opportunity

Due to continued growth, we are currently seeking Principal Civil/Structural Engineers to join our team. These positions support hybrid working and can be based across our office network within the UK — Stockton, Newcastle, Bristol, Gloucester, Glasgow, Westlakes, and Warrington.

Responsibilities of a Principal CS&A Engineer

• Leading a team of CS&A engineers and architects in the definition, implementation, and delivery of specified functional works that achieve safety, functional, and business requirements.
• Delivery of civil, structural Engineering Design, including reinforced concrete structures, plated steel structures, maritime structures, and specialised Nuclear facilities.
• Manage the interface to and between key Delivery Partners and the design team.
• Develop deliverables list and format (drawings, specifications, reports, etc.)

Why Amentum

At Amentum, we’re not just solving problems; we’re engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you’re passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed — today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients, and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

Benefits

• free single medical cover and digital GP service
• family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time, and flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and our business.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Good, accredited MEng degree in Civil Engineering or similar Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer
• Good all-round technical design expertise using British and international standards, and/or Eurocodes
• Background engineering experience demonstrating a record of successful delivery.
• Experience of working within a regulated and quality assured system.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

We partner with VERCIDA. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.