Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Structural Engineer

New Nuclear Project Near Nottingham | £70 per hour Umbrella PAYE | 12-Month Contract

We are seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to support a major new nuclear project near Nottingham, with a strong focus on structural engineering verification and validation (V&V).
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with proven V&V experience, ideally gained in a similar role within the nuclear industry.
Key Responsibilities

Develop and produce structural engineering verification plans.

Lead and take ownership of verification activities across designated work packages.

Verify structural designs, analysis, connections, foundations, buildability and compliance with relevant standards.

Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to coordinate verification activities.

Support V&V processes, planning and technical assurance.
Essential Requirements

Principal-level structural engineering design experience.

Proven experience in engineering verification and validation, particularly desk-based or design verification.

Experience producing verification plans and independently delivering technical outputs.

Ability to work effectively in a developing project environment.
Desirable Experience

Previous V&V experience within the nuclear industry.

Site-based verification experience.

Experience with novel structures or complex engineering projects.
Contract Details

£70 per hour, Umbrella PAYE.

Initial 12-month contract.

40 hours per week.

Flexible hybrid working, with occasional office attendance near Nottingham.

Candidates must be eligible to obtain BPSS and meet the relevant security requirements. SC eligibility may also be required.
If you have strong structural engineering experience and a proven background in verification and validation, we would welcome your application

This is a summary of a vacancy from the advertiser. Read the full job description and apply →