Principal Designer – Civil & Structures – Nuclear

Principal Designer (Civil & Structural)
Whitehaven | Hybrid Working Available 1-2 days/week on site
£50-52 inside IR35
Long-Term Contract Opportunity

Shape the Future of Critical Nuclear Infrastructure
Are you an experienced Civil & Structural Designer looking to play a key role in the delivery of major engineering projects within one of the UK’s most highly regulated industries?
We’re seeking a Principal Designer to join a specialist engineering team in Whitehaven, supporting the delivery of complex design packages across a diverse portfolio of nuclear projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging brownfield and asset care programmes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions from concept through to implementation.
The Role
Working alongside the Responsible Engineer, you’ll be responsible for producing high-quality technical design packages and supporting the delivery of engineering work throughout the full project lifecycle. You’ll contribute to the definition, implementation and execution of Civil & Structural design activities while ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce Civil & Structural engineering designs using AutoCAD, Revit and Civil 3D.
• Support the Responsible Engineer in the delivery of design work packages.
• Develop engineering solutions from concept through detailed design and project close-out.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Review and maintain project documentation in accordance with standards and procedures.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, industry codes and project requirements.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects within challenging timescales.

What We’re Looking For
? HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
? Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Designer or Principal Designer role
? Strong experience delivering multidisciplinary engineering projects
? Knowledge of British Standards and Eurocodes relating to reinforced concrete, steel and masonry structures
? Experience working within highly regulated industries such as Nuclear, Rail, Offshore, Petrochemical, Bridge Construction or similar sectors
? Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and/or Civil 3D
? Understanding of Nuclear Industry standards and requirements
? Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
? Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain SC Clearance
• Ability to obtain P1/P4 Passes
• Experience using document management systems such as SLX/Axiom
• Familiarity with Sellafield IT systems including Cimage would be advantageous
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications

Why Apply?
? Work on nationally significant nuclear infrastructure projects
? Join a highly experienced and collaborative engineering team
? Long-term contract offering stability and challenging technical work
? Opportunity to influence major design decisions from concept through delivery
? Develop your expertise within one of the UK’s most demanding engineering environments

If you’re a Civil & Structural Designer with experience in regulated industries and a passion for delivering complex engineering solutions, we’d love to hear from you.