Technical Principal

MOTT MACDONALD; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Technical Principal to lead civil and structural design in the energy sector across power generation and HV transmission projects. You will oversee complex structural analyses, coordinate with architects and electrical engineers, and guide FEED activities from concept through design.

The role emphasizes leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and delivering compliant, high-quality drawings and assessments for planning and tender packages.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of structural engineering principles including load-bearing capacity and design codes.
• Proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS or similar for modeling complex structures.
• Experience with BIM technologies to improve visualization and coordination.
• Ability to lead structural projects independently, including timelines and budgets.
• Ability to write compelling proposals and estimate project costs.
• Experience leading Front End Engineering Design (FEED) activities related to structural components.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects within the Civil and Structural Team.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets and quality for assigned work.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural designs.
• Prepare detailed drawings for planning applications and tenders.
• Drive FEED activities and front-end engineering tasks.

Skills

Advanced structural engineering

Structural analysis software

BIM

Project leadership

Proposal writing

FEED experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartership desirable

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Job description

Location/s:

Glasgow, Aberdeen, York, Bristol, Southampton, Brighton, Croydon; UK

About thebusinessunit

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we're helping to deliver the energy transition globally.

Overview of the role

Our division provides Civil and Structural expertise across power generation and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Technical Principal in with experience of engineering design to join our Civil and Structural Team. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.

Candidate specification

Requirements:

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge: The candidate should have a deep understanding of structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE)
• Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software: Familiarity with tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, or similar software is essential for modeling and analyzing complex structures
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM): Knowledge of BIM technologies and their application to improve project visualization, coordination, and execution

Project Management Skills:

• Project Leadership: The successful candidate must be capable of managing structural engineering projects independently. This includes overseeing project timelines, budgets, and quality
• Proposal Writing and Cost Estimation: Ability to write compelling proposals and estimate project costs accurately
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED): Experience leading FEED activities related to structural components

Design Coordination and Collaboration:

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: The candidate should excel in coordinating with other disciplines (e.g., architects, electrical engineers) to integrate structural designs seamlessly
• Conflict Resolution: Effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams

Attention to Detail:

• Drawing Preparation: Proficiency in creating detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages. Compliance with relevant standards is crucial
• Structural Assessment: Ability to assess existing structures for suitability and safety, considering reuse options

Communication and Leadership:

• Clear Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for conveying technical information, collaborating with team members, and presenting findings
• Leadership Mindset: The candidate should demonstrate leadership qualities, especially when guiding junior engineers or collaborating with stakeholders

Experience:

• Relevant experience in structural engineering
• Energy project experience would be advantageous for this role

Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartership in Structural / Civil engineering will be desirable

UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

AI Usage

At Mott MacDonald, we see the value AI can bring, but we take a people-first approach to hiring. While AI tools can help candidates prepare and build confidence, every application and hiring decision is reviewed by our recruitment and hiring teams. We encourage the responsible use of AI while ensuring we get to know the real person behind the application.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

Financial wellbeing

• We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
• Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
• Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
• As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day one.

Health and wellbeing

• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
• Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
• A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
• Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.

Lifestyle

• A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
• 10 days additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.
• Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service.
• Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.

Enhanced family and carers leave

• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
• Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
• Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
• We offer policies and dedicated support to help military families balance service life with career and wellbeing.

Learning and development

• Primary annual professional institution subscription.
• A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.

Networks, communities, and social outcomes

• Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.
• We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Gold Award holders in the MOD Employer Recognition Scheme, supported by our dedicated internal Armed Forces Network.
• Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.