Principal Structural Engineer

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Mott MacDonald .Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering projects that define our future and make a societal impact. We are an employee-owned business that aims to empower, include, and value everyone.About the Business Unit: The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation, and transmission and distribution networks. We provide integrated engineering and project management across the project lifecycle to deliver the energy transition globally.About the Role

The Energy Unit, specifically the Nuclear, Defence and Civil division, is recruiting a

Principal Civil / Structural Engineer

to join the Civil / Structural team delivering projects within the nuclear industry. The role involves supporting design activities, developing client relationships, mentoring junior team members, increasing opportunities across the Defence Nuclear sector, and applying this capability to the Civil Nuclear sector.Responsibilities

Conduct analysis with appropriate verification and validation.Review analysis of other staff.Develop the skills of junior members of staff.Produce and review design calculations supporting analysis.Produce high-quality documentation tailored to the project stage.Lead analysis teams on projects.Lead the preparation of bids and estimates.Work within a multidiscipline environment and communicate effectively with project stakeholders.Attend site or other offices to complete surveys or attend meetings.Essential Requirements

Chartership with either the Institution of Civil or Structural Engineers and extensive postgraduate experience.Detailed understanding of Finite Element Analysis and software.Experience of leading and managing projects from concept to completion.Experience in the design of concrete and steel structures.Strong knowledge of British Standards and Eurocodes.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with client-facing experience.Desirable Requirements

Experience delivering projects in a highly regulated industry.Understanding of the contribution of analysis to nuclear Safety Cases.Experience using LS-DYNA, SAP2000, or ANSYS.Experience in Soil-Structure-Interaction (SSI) and dynamic loading design.Experience in the nuclear sector and knowledge of American design standards.For this role, candidates with nuclear experience are preferred. However, engineers from other regulated industries are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive training and support will be provided to develop the necessary skills to work in the Nuclear sector on high-impact projects.Due to the sensitivity of some projects, candidates will be required to apply for and obtain UK Security Clearance.UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This reflects changes to the Skilled Worker route in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We place equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, promoting fair employment practices and equal opportunities. We encourage individual expression and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.Accessibility

If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com to discuss how we can support you.Agile Working

We are open to flexible working and can support responsibilities beyond the workplace.We Offer Some Fantastic Benefits

Health and Wellbeing

Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.Health cash plan for everyday costs and treatments.Access to Peppy for menopause support for UK colleagues.Wellbeing program with resources for you and your family.Ability to flex salary to access a range of health benefits for you and family.Financial Wellbeing

Employer pension contributions matched between 4.5% and 7%.Life assurance up to 4x basic salary (option to increase to 6x).Income protection and return-to-work support for long-term illness or injury.Flexible benefits including increased life cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving, and will writing.Annual bonus schemes and sharing in the company’s financial success.Lifestyle

Annual leave 33–35 days, with holiday buy/sell options; entitlement increases to 35 days after 5 years.Holiday purchase options and discounts on select programs.Enhanced Family and Carers Leave

26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave; two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks at full pay; up to five additional days leave for caring responsibilities.Learning and Development

Annual professional subscription coverage and access to mentoring, training, and development opportunities.Networks, Communities, and Social Outcomes

Join groups including Advanced Employee Networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.Contribute to community initiatives through our social outcomes.Apply now or for more information about our application process, click here.Location(s): Southampton, GBContract Type: PermanentWork Pattern: Full TimeMarket: EnergyDiscipline: EnergyJob Ref: 10723Recruiter Contact: Cassidy ..... full job details .....