Principal River Engineer in Epsom

Energy Jobline ZR; Epsom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal River Engineer in Epsom to oversee river engineering and flood defense projects. The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Civil Engineer with experience in leading teams and knowledge of UK design standards. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, contributing to significant infrastructure improvements in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer or equivalent required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Knowledge of flood walls, weirs, and hydraulic structures necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work adhering to standards.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input in bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.

Skills

Chartered Civil Engineer or equivalent

Experience in leading design delivery

Knowledge in design such as flood walls and embankments

Familiarity with UK design standards

Proficiency in environmentally focused solutions

Job description

Job Description

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Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

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' challenges head‑on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal River Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of river engineering and flood defence on transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of river engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy and Cities & Development. We continue to provide industry‑leading river engineering and flood defence solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client‑side support as well as construction phases. If being part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our Epsom office.

Your role

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high‑quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
• Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

About you

• Chartered Civil Engineer or equivalent.
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
• Knowledge in design such as flood walls and embankments, weirs, hydraulic structures, culverts, scour protection, access and accessibility and construction logistics.
• Familiarity with current UK design standards, guidance and working practices.
• Proficiency in delivering both traditional engineering and environmentally focused solutions using nature‑based strategies.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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