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Principal Civil Structural Engineer

Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Are you an experienced Principal Civil Structural Engineer with a strong track record in design and management within the nuclear industry? Do you thrive on leading teams, mentoring engineers, and driving business growth while applying your technical expertise to deliver complex projects?

We are looking for Principal Civil Structural Engineers to join our growing team in Epsom. You will play a key role in delivering major new-build nuclear projects including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programmes and future fusion reactor technologies. As a technical and managerial leader, you will oversee multidisciplinary projects, engage with clients, develop teams, and contribute to securing future work.

You will bring demonstrable design and management experience in the nuclear sector, including line and team management, mentoring junior engineers, and the ability to support growth of our Power New Build business. If you are an established industry expert looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. You will be working a minimum of 3 days per week from a Power New Build office or client office.

Your role

You should have a proven track record and experience in several key areas including:

  • Extensive experience in the analysis and design of nuclear safety related structures and/or the assessment of existing nuclear facilities.
  • Consulting with safety case, external hazard and internal hazard personnel on the development and substantiation of safety functional requirements.
  • Leadership of multidisciplinary projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
  • Managing and mentoring multiple team members, developing junior engineers, and providing technical oversight.
  • Client and stakeholder engagement, understanding their needs and delivering innovative solutions.
  • Strategic business development, including writing bids, securing new work, and expanding client relationships.
Nuclear Engineering

Location

Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-144176

Salary range

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About you

  • A chartered status with a recognised civil or structural engineering institution (IStructE, ICE, or equivalent).
  • A passion for leading and inspiring teams while fostering technical excellence.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to influence clients, develop business opportunities, and secure projects.
  • The ability to think innovatively, simplify complex problems, and deliver practical, proportionate solutions.
  • Enthusiasm for supporting and shaping the future of the UK's nuclear energy sector.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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