Technical Director, Structural Eng - Nuclear & Defence

AtkinsRéalis; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Security clearance support

Career progression

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Director - Structural Engineering to lead and grow its nuclear and defence portfolio in the UK. The role focuses on technical leadership, governance, and market growth, with extensive travel across the UK.

The successful candidate will shape the strategic direction of the structural engineering capability, mentor senior engineers, and engage with key clients to deliver high-profile projects while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status with ICE/IStructE.
• Extensive experience in heavy civil structures in nuclear/defence.
• Proven leadership in bid management and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical leadership across major nuclear/defence programmes.
• Oversee safety-critical projects with governance and quality assurance.
• Develop and mentor senior structural engineers and grow capability.
• Lead bids and support strategic opportunities for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Technical governance

Structural engineering

Education

Chartered engineer (ICE/IStructE)

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Director - Structural Engineering to lead and grow its nuclear and defence portfolio in the UK. The role focuses on technical leadership, governance, and market growth, with extensive travel across the UK.

The successful candidate will shape the strategic direction of the structural engineering capability, mentor senior engineers, and engage with key clients to deliver high-profile projects while upholding safety and regulatory standards.