Principal Engineer - Bridges and Civils

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Engineer for their Bridges and Civils team in Birmingham. This role involves delivering high-quality civil and structural design packages for significant projects across the UK, such as HS2 and East West Rail Phase 2. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background, experience in multidisciplinary projects, and excellent stakeholder management skills. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and offers flexible working arrangements, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion policies

Total Reward package

Career planning support

Qualifications

• Experience in multidisciplinary projects in highways and rail environments.
• Ability to produce and review high-quality design documentation.
• Familiarity with relevant standards like DMRB and Eurocodes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and structural design packages for highways and rail schemes.
• Support project management and ensure schemes are delivered profitably.
• Work with clients like Network Rail and Local Authorities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

BEng / MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering

Chartered Status (ICE or IStructE)

Tools

LUSAS

MIDAS

Superstress

Autodesk Structural Bridge Design

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Principal Engineer - Bridges and Civils, Birmingham

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Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Job Reference: 2bc7451f526a

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We support flexible and remote working arrangements. Talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. If you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work.

We are seeking a Principal Engineer to join our Bridges and Civils team within our Transportation Practice, based in Birmingham. You will support high-profile projects like East West Rail Phase 2, HS2, Highways England East Region DSC, and the Central Rail Systems Alliance, among others, including civil engineering projects across the UK and abroad.

Your responsibilities include delivering civil and structural design packages for highways and rail schemes, supporting project management, resourcing, and ensuring schemes are delivered profitably, on time, and to quality standards.

You should have a civil engineering background and experience in multidisciplinary projects in highways, rail, or local authority environments, with familiarity working in large dispersed teams across project stages from feasibility to detailed design.

Qualifications:

• BEng / MEng or MSc in civil engineering or equivalent
• Chartered status and membership of ICE or IStructE

Expected Criteria:

• Industry experience, technical ability, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of civil or structural project design, maintenance, supervision, and innovation in highway or rail environments
• Experience in bridge design, assessment, or civil works delivery within railway settings
• Analytical skills and engineering judgment for problem-solving and option appraisal
• Ability to produce and review high-quality design documentation
• Technical review capabilities
• Experience working with clients like Network Rail, Local Authorities, Highways England, Developers, Contractors
• Support for bids and client relationship development
• Understanding of relevant standards (e.g., DMRB, MCHW, Eurocodes, Network Rail Standards)
• Scope development, technical supply chain management, budgeting, scheduling, quality delivery
• Project management, commercial awareness, stakeholder management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across engineering disciplines

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience with software like LUSAS, MIDAS, Superstress, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design
• Knowledge of AASHTO Codes
• Experience with concrete repair or cathodic protection
• Experience in CRE or CEM roles for NR projects

We value transferrable skills and encourage candidates who are eager to develop within Transportation Civils and Structures to apply.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are innovating for a sustainable future, combining traditional engineering with new technologies. Join us to work on impactful projects that benefit communities and the environment, alongside top industry professionals.

Meeting your needs:

We offer a flexible 'Total Reward' package tailored to your lifestyle and career needs, including discounts, training, and career planning. If you have a disability, inform us beforehand so we can accommodate your needs.

We are AtkinsRéalis, a global leader with over 100 years of engineering expertise, committed to delivering positive, sustainable impacts worldwide.

Training:

We provide extensive training and development opportunities, supporting professional accreditation and personal growth.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, contingent on UKSV vetting processes, including proof of UK residency for 5+ years. Please do not mention current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering flexible policies and networks to support all backgrounds and abilities. Applications from diverse candidates are highly welcomed.

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Worker Type: Employee