Principal Engineer - Industrial Buildings

Job Description Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering withan international design consultancy who are looking to recruit a Principal Engineer - Industrial Buildings to join their London-based energy team, working in conjunction with the Bristol team.The strategically important Principal Engineer role comes with a salary of up to 65,000, a competitive company pension, flexible working and a market leading bonus scheme.If you're an experienced Structural Engineer, that has a proven background working on complex industrial building structures, which could be Nuclear, Train Stations, Hospitals, etc and you are looking for a change, hit apply with your most up to date CV today.Responsibilities and duties of the Principal Engineer roleReporting to the Team Leader you will:Perform and assist in managing design duties on national and international design schemes to provide engineering solutionsOversee and direct time and budgets within the teamComplete site visits as and when is neededKeep track of the project and be able to report back to management as to how things are progressingReport into management of future business leadsProfessional qualificationsWe are looking for someone with the following:Ideally between 5-8 years' experience as a Structural EngineerExperience designing complex industrial structures, which could be nuclear, rail infrastructure, healthcare, etcChartered with CEng, ICE or IStructE is essentialDesign experience with both Reinforced Concrete and SteelPersonal skillsThe Principal Engineer role would suit someone who is:Self-motivated and committed, with a high degree of integrityA team player who seeks to positively contribute to the working group with a collaborative attitudeConvincing in terms of a capacity to translate objectives into effective practical stepsAble to perform effectively within changing environments; demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needsDemonstrates a strong need to achieve, setting high standards for self and others. Committed to the value of own role, takes initiative and focuses on improving business performanceCommitment to own personal developmentSalary and benefits of the Principal Engineer roleUp to 65,000 dependant on experienceFlexible, hybrid workingCompany matched pensionPerformance bonus, based on the business and individual performanceAbility to work remotely from abroad INDNUCAstute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-25