Principal Engineer

Shape a faster, smarter, safer future.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Join as a Highways Engineer in our Transportation team. We work on projects of all sizes, scopes and scales, from the large M25 Project to the niche Human Drive. Our projects are bringing digitalisation to highways and transforming the way people live and work. And you'll be part of these collaborative design teams based across the country and the world. It's an exciting era for UK highways, with the rise of intelligent networks, autonomous technology and mobility as a service. To lead in emerging areas that interest you, all you need to do is speak up and take the initiative.

We are seeking to recruit a Principal Engineer to be based in our Leeds office to support the ongoing expansion of business opportunities primarily within the local transport markets across the UK, as well as supporting the strategic highways market and other market sectors.

Whilst we offer flexible working policies, this role would require you to be based out of our Leeds Office 2-3 day a week.

Your Purpose:

• Lead the design or elements of design for projects with our key clients such as Local Authorities, National Highways, Network Rail, Combined Authorities, Developers and/or major Contractors.
• Identify potential design solutions by using excellent analytical skills to solve engineering problems and applying engineering judgement to appraise and recommend options.
• Oversee the production of design documentation including sketches, drawings, calculations, reports and specifications to programme and budget.
• Check and review of deliverables produced by project teams.
• Prepare fee offers and bids to our clients. 
• aInput to larger bids including drafting responses.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across AtkinsRéalis.
• Train and mentor junior/ graduate staff.

What you can bring:

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated member of a relevant institution (ICE/IHT) or working towards this qualification.
• Experience in highway alignment design, incorporating active travel measures, including links and junctions.
• A thorough comprehension of technical standards relating to highway and active travel design.
• Experience of client interface and project management.
• Ability to advise clients on technical matters.
• Ability to coach and develop team members.
• A willingness to work flexibly to deliver projects to time and budget.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis? 

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same. 

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. 

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