Principal Structural Engineer

Principal Verification & Validation (V&V) Structural Engineer
Initial 12-month (Inside IR35)
Flexible hybrid working model, with infrequent attendance required at the Nottinghamshire office

Overview
We are seeking a Principal Verification & Validation (V&V) Structural Engineer to provide structural engineering expertise across a major engineering programme. This role will support verification planning, assurance activities, and multidisciplinary integration within a complex and technically challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide structural engineering expertise for verification planning activities.
• Develop and maintain verification plans for structural engineering scope across multiple workstreams.
• Lead and own verification activities within designated areas of responsibility.
• Work closely with engineers and subject matter experts from other disciplines to develop integrated verification strategies.
• Support V&V methodologies, processes, planning, forecasting, and integration activities.
• Produce and take ownership of technical outputs and deliverables.

Requirements

• Principal-level Structural Engineer with significant industry experience.
• Strong background in structural engineering design.
• Experience carrying out desk-based and document-based verification activities.
• Site-based verification experience would be advantageous.
• Experience with innovative, complex, or novel structures is desirable.

Verification Experience
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience in some or all the following:

• Design Basis Verification
• Structural Analysis Verification
• Structural Design Verification
• Connection & Detail Verification
• Foundation Interface Verification
• Buildability Verification
• Compliance & Standards Verification
• Independent Assurance

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Structural Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included. </p

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