Principal Structural Engineer

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Principal Recruitment Consultant at Rullion – Utilities

We are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to take responsibility for technical leadership, design solutions, and the delivery of high-quality structural designs. The role will ensure that all structural outputs meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards while supporting the development of the wider design team.

THIS CAN BE A PERMANENT OR CONTRACT ROLE (OUTSIDE IR35)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the production of structural design deliverables to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements
  • Approve design deliverables, design risk assessments (DRAs), reports, and specifications
  • Identify efficient and appropriate design solutions through scope review and site visits, and communicate these effectively to clients and project teams
  • Direct, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduate staff
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, professional, and water company standards
  • Manage and record design changes across project packages
  • Ensure work is delivered using formal processes and procedures
  • Estimate design hours and support project planning
  • Attend and present at ALM, KM, and other technical or project meetings
  • Review, interpret, and brief teams on engineering standards, procedures, and updates
  • Act as Professional Head of Discipline and Responsible Engineer/CRE on designated projects
  • Provide technical leadership for projects and tenders, driving continuous improvement in technical standards

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ structural design experience at Senior or Principal Engineer level
  • Significant experience in one or more regulated industries, such as:
  • Rail
  • Oil & Gas
  • Nuclear
  • Highways
  • Bridges
  • Degree or HND in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Chartered Engineer status

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience working within regulated water and/or rail industries
  • Good understanding of construction methods and materials
  • Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Civil Engineering and Utilities

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Company: Rullion
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Principal Recruitment Consultant at Rullion – Utilities

We are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to take responsibility for technical leadership, design solutions, and the delivery of high-quality structural designs. The role will ensure that all structural outputs meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards while supporting the development of the wider design team.

THIS CAN BE A PERMANENT OR CONTRACT ROLE (OUTSIDE IR35)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the production of structural design deliverables to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements
  • Approve design deliverables, design risk assessments (DRAs), reports, and specifications
  • Identify efficient and appropriate design solutions through scope review and site visits, and communicate these effectively to clients and project teams
  • Direct, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduate staff
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, professional, and water company standards
  • Manage and record design changes across project packages
  • Ensure work is delivered using formal processes and procedures
  • Estimate design hours and support project planning
  • Attend and present at ALM, KM, and other technical or project meetings
  • Review, interpret, and brief teams on engineering standards, procedures, and updates
  • Act as Professional Head of Discipline and Responsible Engineer/CRE on designated projects
  • Provide technical leadership for projects and tenders, driving continuous improvement in technical standards

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ structural design experience at Senior or Principal Engineer level
  • Significant experience in one or more regulated industries, such as:
  • Rail
  • Oil & Gas
  • Nuclear
  • Highways
  • Bridges
  • Degree or HND in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Chartered Engineer status

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience working within regulated water and/or rail industries
  • Good understanding of construction methods and materials
  • Knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Civil Engineering and Utilities

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rullion by 2x

Get notified about new Structural Engineer jobs in Manchester Area, United Kingdom.

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Posted: April 11th, 2026