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Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Tamworth, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs London, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Leeds, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Bristol, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Exeter, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Lancashire, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
Ja
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution)
Jacobs Glasgow, UK
Principal Civil Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Engineer - Civils to provide strategic leadership across frontend engineering design (FEED) and detailed civil/structural design for high-voltage (HV) AIS/GIS substations (132-400 kV), HVDC converter stations, overhead line (OHL) interfaces and underground cable projects. You will shape technical assurance, delivery excellence and market growth in the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead civil/structural design packages from concept through detailed design and construction support for National Grid and DNO clients Develop civil layouts for substations, including platforms, foundations, bunds, drainage, access roads, ducting, fencing, and security features, integrating geotechnical and structural inputs with electrical plant...
AL
02 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Engineer
Amey Ltd York, UK
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Principal Civil Engineer to join our Structures assessments team (CAFA account) in Liverpool, Cardiff, York or Crawley - Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office a minimum of 2 days a week. In this role, you will Provide technical leadership delivering the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, Footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train and Depot sheds, Side Bridges, Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads) and other structures. Ensuring compliance with Company and Network Rail management process and systems, aiming to ensure the highest standards of safety. This role offers you the unique opportunity to be a part of a varied team supporting a full range of Engineering technical grades, whilst continually learning and developing your own skills further. What You'll Do: Preparation and check of technical assessment/design remits, calculations,...
Aldwych Consulting
26 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Senior / Principal Civil Engineer
Aldwych Consulting London, UK
Senior / Principal Civil Engineer - Highways, Drainage & Development Infrastructure Location: London Type: Full-Time Permanent Sector: Development Infrastructure - Highways, Drainage & Infrastructure Design Senior / Principal Civil Engineer - London I'm working with a highly regarded engineering consultancy that is continuing to expand its London operation and is looking to appoint an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to join the team. The consultancy has an excellent reputation and a strong pipeline of work across the residential, commercial, retail, education, healthcare and regeneration sectors , delivering development infrastructure solutions from planning through to detailed design and construction. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and play an important role in the continued growth of the London office. The Role You'll be involved in...
Aldwych Consulting
17 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Senior / Principal Civil Engineer
Aldwych Consulting Guildford, UK
Senior / Principal Civil Engineer Location: Guildford Hybrid Working Salary: Competitive + Bonus & Benefits Type: Permanent, Full Time I'm working with a growing engineering consultancy who are looking to add a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to their team in Guildford. The business works across the UK on development-led projects, providing transport planning and infrastructure design services to both public and private-sector clients. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer who wants to take more ownership of projects, work closely with clients and have a clear route to progression within a growing team. The Role You'll be involved in the design and delivery of a range of development infrastructure projects, with responsibilities including: Leading the design and delivery of development-focused civil engineering projects Producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies Designing highways and drainage infrastructure...
Calibre Search
12 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Design Engineer
Calibre Search Yorkshire, UK
Principal Civil Engineer South Leeds An established and highly respected multi-disciplinary Engineering Consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Civil Engineer to strengthen its growing Infrastructure team in South Leeds. With decades of experience delivering civil and structural engineering solutions across the UK, the Consultancy has built an excellent reputation for technical excellence, long-standing client relationships and developing its people. Continued investment in the business, together with a strong and varied workload across commercial, industrial, residential, healthcare, education, energy and public sector developments, has created an excellent opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer to play a leading role within the team. Working alongside an experienced leadership group, you'll take ownership of technically challenging infrastructure projects from initial feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. This is a genuine opportunity to...
EL
24 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil Design Engineer
ERSG Ltd Wakefield, UK
Principal Civil Design Engineer Our client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Principal Civil Design Engineer with an essential background in Utility Engineering and experience within the water industry, to join their integrated design team. In this role, you will play the lead part in the development and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, supporting designs from initial feasibility, concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions that meet client and project requirements. The role is based at our clients Office in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The position follows a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation to be office-based at least four days per week. Job Description Key Duties Managing and coordinating internal and external activities associated with civil and drainage design,...
Aldwych Consulting
23 Sep, 2026
Contract
Principal Civil/Structural Engineer
£40.00 - £50.00 hourly
Aldwych Consulting Watford, UK
Freelance Principal Civil / Structural Design Engineer Location: Watford - Hybrid & Remote Working Rate: 40- 50 per hour Umbrella Contract: Freelance Long-Term Opportunity I'm working with a major engineering and construction organisation that is looking to bring an experienced Principal Civil / Structural Design Engineer into its internal design consultancy on a freelance basis. The design team supports major projects across a range of sectors, including water, heavy industrial, power and wider design-and-build infrastructure . You'll work closely with construction teams, clients, contractors and the wider supply chain to deliver practical, technically robust engineering solutions. This is a long-term freelance opportunity offering significant flexibility around location and remote working. The role will be based from Watford , although significant flexibility is available around remote working. Some initial time in the office will be required for...
EL
18 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Principal Civil / Structural Design Engineer
ERSG Ltd Leeds, UK
Principal Design Engineer Role Purpose Provides strategic technical leadership for permanent and, or temporary works design and engineering solutions and governance. Key Responsibilities Prepare and guide engineering principles on structural calculations and drawings. Develop permanent and temporary works solutions for shafts, retaining walls, slabs, foundations, and reinforced concrete structures. Coordinate with geotechnical, construction, and temporary works teams. Support constructability reviews and value engineering exercises. Work in accordance with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 standards for information management and collaborative delivery. Comply with CDM 2015 regulations, company HSEQ procedures, and promote a positive safety culture across all activities. Support NEC4 contract administration, early warning processes, Program reviews, and change management activities. Prepare technical specifications, design reports, and assurance documentation. Review and...
TT
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Civil Engineer
Tetra Tech Edinburgh, UK
Join Tetra Tech as a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer and take a leading role in delivering high-impact, technically complex projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Purpose & Scope of the Role Based in our Edinburgh office, this role places you at the heart of our Northern Ireland team, working closely with colleagues in Belfast while delivering projects across Scotland, Northern Ireland and beyond. You will lead the design and delivery of civil infrastructure schemes, contributing to multidisciplinary projects and supporting the growth of our regional capability. This is a varied and technically engaging position with clear opportunities to progress into leadership. Your Impact in this position You will play a key role in delivering projects from concept through to completion-balancing technical excellence, commercial awareness and client engagement. Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will ensure projects are delivered on time and...
TT
05 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Senior Civil Engineer
Tetra Tech Belfast, UK
Join Tetra Tech as a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer and take a leading role in delivering high-impact, technically complex projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Purpose & Scope of the Role Based in our Belfast office, this role places you at the heart of our Northern Ireland team, working closely with colleagues in Edinburgh while delivering projects across Northern Ireland, Scotland and beyond. You will lead the design and delivery of civil infrastructure schemes, contributing to multidisciplinary projects and supporting the growth of our regional capability. This is a varied and technically engaging position with clear opportunities to progress into leadership. Your Impact in this position You will play a key role in delivering projects from concept through to completion-balancing technical excellence, commercial awareness and client engagement. Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will ensure projects are delivered on time and...
AL
02 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Lead Senior Civil Engineer
Amey Ltd York, UK
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Lead Senior Civil Engineer to join our Structures assessments team (CAFA account) in Liverpool, York, Cardiff or Crawley - Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office a minimum of 3 days a week. In this role, you will Provide technical leadership delivering the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, Footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train and Depot sheds, Side Bridges, Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads) and other structures. Ensuring compliance with Company and Network Rail management process and systems, aiming to ensure the highest standards of safety. This role offers you the unique opportunity to be a part of a varied team supporting a full range of Engineering technical grades, whilst continually learning and developing your own skills further. What You'll Do: Preparation and check of technical assessment/design remits,...
AL
02 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Senior Civil Engineer
Amey Ltd York, UK
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior Civil Engineer to join our Structures Assessments (CAFA) account in York, Liverpool, Cardiff or Crawley. 37.5 hrs per week, hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office a minimum of 3 days a week. In this role, you will play an important part in the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, Footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train sheds, Side Bridges and Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads). This role offers you the unique opportunity to be a part of a varied team supporting a full range of Engineering technical grades, whilst continually learning and developing your own skills further. What You'll Do: Preparation and check of technical assessment/design remits, calculations, reports and drawings, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements. Preparation for and undertaking inspection/examination of assets, providing...
Aldwych Consulting
22 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer
Aldwych Consulting Cambridge, UK
Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer - Highways, Drainage & Development Infrastructure Location: Cambridge Type: Full-Time Permanent Sector: Development Infrastructure - Highways, Drainage & Infrastructure Design Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer - Cambridge I'm working with a highly regarded engineering consultancy that is looking to strengthen its Cambridge team with the appointment of a Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer. The consultancy has an excellent reputation and a strong pipeline of work across the residential, commercial, retail, education, healthcare and regeneration sectors , delivering infrastructure solutions from planning through to detailed design and construction. You'll join a supportive and collaborative business that places a strong emphasis on technical excellence, career development and investing in its people. The role offers excellent scope to take ownership of projects while working alongside experienced...
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