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.