Principal Structural Engineer
Lead multidisciplinary teams, work on energy infrastructure, manage projects, and grow your engineering career in a supportive consultancy environment.
Role Overview and Conditions
Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer. This full-time position offers the chance to oversee significant infrastructure projects and collaborate with leading professionals in the civil engineering sector.
Expect challenging and varied work, from technical design to project management and planning applications. While salary information is not specified, the role offers strong professional development prospects and a supportive work environment.
The role’s requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a Professional Engineer qualification considered an advantage.
You will regularly interact with multidisciplinary teams. Enthusiasm for technical problem-solving and communication is certainly valued in this role.
The position is tailored for those eager to make a real impact on large-scale projects and grow their career within a reputable consultancy.
Responsibilities & Daily Routine
The Principal Structural Engineer will oversee design efforts for major power and energy infrastructure projects, such as power plants and HV substations.
You’ll handle project management, proposal writing, and scheme costings, as well as front-end engineering, ensuring designs meet both practicality and compliance needs.
Preparation and coordination of planning and tender documentation is a daily part of this job. Close work with architects and engineers from other disciplines is typical, making every day different.
You will also evaluate existing structures for reuse potential and ensure safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the forefront of every recommendation.
This role demands attention to detail and strong communication, as you’ll guide projects from early concept to final delivery.
Strengths of the Position
You’ll lead impactful projects that genuinely shape everyday life and energy use, making a visible difference in infrastructure development.
There’s an outstanding opportunity for professional growth. If you proactively pursue new certifications or project experiences, management is there to back you up.
Posibles inconvenientes
The position can involve high responsibility, which can be demanding, especially close to project deadlines.
Interdisciplinary projects sometimes lead to complex coordination, requiring patience and a solutions-first attitude when facing unexpected challenges.
Veredicto
This role is recommended for engineers looking for influence, career growth, and the satisfaction of being integral in complex project delivery. If that’s your goal, this opportunity will appeal.
